Tuna Steaks with Pineapple Sauce
Elevate your seafood game with this zesty and tropical recipe for Tuna Steaks with Pineapple Sauce. Perfectly seared tuna steaks are seasoned simply with salt and pepper, then paired with a sweet and tangy pineapple sauce made from fresh diced pineapple, soy sauce, lime juice, and a hint of garlic and red chili flakes for a touch of heat. This vibrant sauce is balanced with a kiss of brown sugar and finished with fresh cilantro for an aromatic flair. Both quick and easy to prepare, this dish takes just 30 minutes from start to finish, making it ideal for a weeknight dinner or an elegant yet effortless weekend meal. Paired with rice, a fresh salad, or roasted vegetables, this recipe offers a delightful fusion of savory and tropical flavors that will transport your taste buds. Perfect for seafood lovers, this dish is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) Fresh tuna steaks
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup (diced) Fresh pineapple
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh cilantro
Instructions
Season the tuna steaks on both sides with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the diced pineapple, brown sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, and red chili flakes.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the pineapple softens and the sauce thickens slightly.
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro. Set the sauce aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the tuna steaks.
Cook the tuna steaks for about 2-3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer if you prefer them more well-done. Adjust cooking time based on thickness.
Transfer the cooked tuna steaks to serving plates and let them rest for a minute.
Spoon the pineapple sauce over the tuna steaks and garnish with additional cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.9 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 258 mg | 86% | |
| Sodium | 3789 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 163.4 g | 327% | |
| Vitamin D | 38.6 mcg | 193% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 4063 mg | 86% | |
*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.
