Tuna Skewers
Elevate your grilling game with these irresistibly flavorful Tuna Skewers, a quick and easy recipe perfect for any barbecue or weeknight dinner. Featuring fresh tuna steak marinated in a harmonious blend of soy sauce, olive oil, honey, lemon juice, garlic, and ground ginger, these skewers boast a savory-sweet profile punctuated with just the right amount of zing. Threaded alongside tender green onion pieces and sprinkled with nutty sesame seeds, each skewer is grilled to perfection, offering a crispy sear on the outside while keeping the tuna succulent and slightly pink at the center. Ready in just 30 minutes and ideal for serving a crowd, these skewers pair beautifully with a variety of sides like jasmine rice, grilled veggies, or a refreshing salad. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe is a surefire way to impress at your next outdoor party or intimate dinner setting!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh tuna steak
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 stalks green onions
- 8 units wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.
Rinse the tuna steak under cold water and pat it dry with a paper towel. Cut the tuna into 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes and set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, honey, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground ginger, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Add the tuna cubes to the marinade and gently toss to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
While the tuna marinates, preheat your grill or broiler to medium-high heat.
If using green onions, cut them into 1-inch pieces to thread along with the tuna on the skewers.
Thread the marinated tuna cubes onto the skewers, alternating with green onion pieces if desired. Reserve the remaining marinade.
Place the skewers on the preheated grill or broiler rack. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, brushing with the reserved marinade for extra flavor, until the tuna is seared on the outside but still slightly pink in the center.
Remove the skewers from the heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds for garnish. Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1153 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.9 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 190 mg | 63% | |
| Sodium | 2512 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 125.2 g | 250% | |
| Vitamin D | 28.4 mcg | 142% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 3046 mg | 65% | |
*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.
