Grilled Tuna with Lemon Anchovy Butter
Elevate your next seafood dinner with this Grilled Tuna with Lemon Anchovy Butter, a dish that strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and bold, Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Tender, perfectly seasoned tuna steaks are grilled to a sumptuous medium-rare, locking in their natural juiciness and smoky char. The star of the recipe is the rich and zesty lemon anchovy butter, made with softened butter, minced anchovy fillets, fresh lemon juice, and zest, which melts over the warm fish, creating a luxurious, savory topping. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this impressive yet approachable dish is ready in less than 20 minutes and pairs beautifully with a crisp salad or steamed vegetables. Perfect for a weeknight treat or a dinner party standout, this recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6-ounce) tuna steaks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons (softened) unsalted butter
- 3 pieces (minced) anchovy fillets
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon (chopped, for garnish) parsley
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced anchovy fillets, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix well until smooth, then set aside.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Brush the tuna steaks on both sides with olive oil and season evenly with salt and pepper.
Grill the tuna steaks for 2-4 minutes per side, depending on your preferred level of doneness (aim for medium-rare, as tuna can become dry if overcooked).
Remove the tuna from the grill and let rest for 2 minutes.
Top each tuna steak with a dollop of the lemon anchovy butter while the fish is still warm, allowing the butter to melt slightly over the top.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately. Pair with a light salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.6 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.2 g | 176% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 419 mg | 140% | |
| Sodium | 5713 mg | 248% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.4 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 195.6 g | 391% | |
| Vitamin D | 28.1 mcg | 140% | |
| Calcium | 261 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 3023 mg | 64% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
