10-Minute Blackened Tuna Steak – Irresistibly Bold & Juicy
A flavorful and healthy blackened tuna steak recipe that’s perfect for a quick dinner. This dish is packed with bold spices and cooks in minutes.
- Author: Sophia Collins
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Total Time: 9 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
- 2 tuna steaks (6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- Mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Coat both sides of the tuna steaks with the spice mix.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over high heat.
- Cook tuna steaks for 2 minutes per side for medium-rare.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 1 minute.
- Serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Use fresh tuna for the best flavor.
- Adjust cayenne pepper for more or less heat.
- Pair with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tuna steak
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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