Can I use frozen tuna for this recipe?

Absolutely! The key is making sure it's sushi-grade - that flash-frozen at sea kind. I actually prefer frozen tuna from reputable meal delivery services sometimes - the quality is consistent, and it arrives ready for the freezer until you need an impressive last-minute dinner. Just thaw slowly in the fridge overnight before marinating.

How do I check if my ahi tuna steak is done without overcooking?

For that perfect rare center, use an instant-read thermometer - 115°F is the magic number. No thermometer? Watch the color change creeping up the sides (about 1/4 inch). Oh, and the fish keeps cooking after it leaves the pan - so pull it when it looks slightly underdone! My first time, I waited until it looked "done" and ended up with overcooked hockey pucks of regret.

What's the best soy sauce substitute for gluten-free diets?

Hands down, coconut aminos! It's got that umami punch without the gluten, and bonus - it's lower in sodium. Some gluten-free meal delivery kits even include little packets of it these days. Tamari works too, but I find coconut aminos has a slightly sweeter finish that plays beautifully with the sesame and honey.

Perfect 15-Minute Ahi Tuna Steak with Ses

Restaurant-Style Seared Ahi Tuna Steak

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Quick and easy pan-seared ahi tuna with a sesame-soy marinade, perfect for a rare center.

Author: Sophia Collins
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 4 min
Total Time: 14 min
Yield: 2 servings 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Pan-searing
Cuisine: Asian
Diet: Low Calorie

Ingredients

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2 sushi-grade ahi tuna steaks (1 inch thick)
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp grated ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp sesame seeds
1 tbsp vegetable oil

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Instructions

Mix soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, ginger, and garlic in a bowl.
Coat tuna steaks in the marinade and let sit for 10 minutes.
Press sesame seeds onto both sides of each steak.
Heat vegetable oil in a pan over high heat.
Sear tuna for 1-2 minutes per side for rare.
Slice and serve immediately.

Notes

Use sushi-grade tuna for safety.
Let the pan get very hot before searing.
Try sous-vide precision cooking for perfect doneness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 steak
Calories: 280
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 50mg

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