Peppercorn Crusted Tuna
Elevate your seafood game with this Peppercorn Crusted Tuna recipe, a delicately seared dish that's as flavorful as it is elegant. Perfectly fresh Ahi tuna steaks are enrobed in a fragrant crust of crushed black, white, and green peppercorns, offering a bold, zesty kick with every bite. Searing the tuna in olive oil creates a golden, crispy exterior while keeping the inside tender and melt-in-your-mouth delicious—ideal for those who love rare or medium-rare tuna. Ready in just 16 minutes, this quick and sophisticated meal is perfect for any weeknight dinner or special occasion. Serve it with a squeeze of fresh lemon for brightness, and watch it become your new seafood favorite. This flavorful and easy-to-make dish is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (6-8 ounces each) Ahi tuna steaks
- 2 tablespoons Black peppercorns
- 1 tablespoon White peppercorns
- 1 tablespoon Green peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 pieces (for serving) Lemon wedges
Instructions
Pat both tuna steaks dry with paper towels and set them aside.
Place the black, white, and green peppercorns in a sealed zip-top bag, then crush them using a rolling pin or the flat side of a meat mallet. The texture should be coarse, not powdered.
Transfer the crushed peppercorns to a shallow plate and mix in the salt.
Press both sides of each tuna steak into the peppercorn mixture, coating them evenly and pressing firmly to adhere.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
Carefully place the tuna steaks in the skillet. Sear for 2 minutes on the first side, without moving, until the crust is browned and crispy.
Flip the steaks and sear the other side for an additional 2 minutes. Adjust cooking time to your preferred doneness—rare tuna should still have a raw core in the center (internal temperature of 115-120°F for rare).
Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest for 2 minutes to redistribute juices.
Slice the tuna steaks into 1/2-inch thick slices against the grain and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
380 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 15.7 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 70 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 1064 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 47.4 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1017 mg | 22% | |
*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.
