Keto Sweet and Spicy Tuna
Transform your weeknight meals with this vibrant Keto Sweet and Spicy Tuna recipe – a quick, flavor-packed dish perfect for those following a low-carb lifestyle. Featuring protein-rich canned tuna sautéed with a tantalizing mix of sugar-free sriracha, soy sauce (or coconut aminos), avocado oil, and keto-friendly sweetener, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Fresh ginger, garlic, and green onions infuse the dish with aromatic depth, while a sprinkle of sesame seeds adds a delightful crunch. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s versatile enough to be served atop a crisp salad, tucked into butter lettuce wraps, or enjoyed on its own as a healthy, keto-friendly snack. Whether you're meal-prepping or looking for a quick flavor boost, this dish is as easy as it is irresistible!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 oz canned tuna in water (drained)
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tbsp sugar-free sriracha sauce
- 1 tsp liquid stevia (or any keto-friendly sweetener)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos for gluten-free option)
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 2 stalks green onions (sliced thinly)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 6 leaves butter lettuce leaves (optional, for serving)
Instructions
1. Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it in a mixing bowl. Flake the tuna with a fork to break it into smaller pieces.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together avocado oil, sugar-free sriracha, liquid stevia, soy sauce (or coconut aminos), grated ginger, and minced garlic to create the sauce.
3. Pour the sauce over the tuna and mix well to evenly coat the tuna with the sweet and spicy mixture.
4. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the tuna mixture and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until heated through and fragrant. Season with salt and black pepper.
5. Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the cooked tuna with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
6. Serve hot or at room temperature as a topping for a salad, inside butter lettuce leaves as wraps, or on its own for a quick keto-friendly snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
650 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.0 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2534 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 78.6 g | 157% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1402 mg | 30% | |
*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.
