Low Carb Seared Tuna Steak

Elevate your weeknight meals with this flavorful and nutritious Low Carb Seared Tuna Steak recipe! Perfect for seafood lovers and keto enthusiasts, this dish features fresh, meaty tuna steaks infused with a vibrant marinade of soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic, and ginger. Coated with a crunchy sesame seed crust and seared to perfection, each steak delivers a tender, melt-in-your-mouth bite with a subtle smoky char. Ready in just 21 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy nights, providing a high-protein, low-carb option that's bursting with savory and citrusy zest. Garnished with fresh scallions for a touch of brightness, these tuna steaks are perfect as a standalone main dish or paired with your favorite greens for a complete, healthy meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:6 mins

Total Time:21 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (6 ounces each) Fresh tuna steaks
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 clove Garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
• 2 stalks Scallions, thinly sliced

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper. Whisk well to create a marinade.

Step 2

Place the fresh tuna steaks in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the tuna, ensuring that the steaks are well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, allowing the tuna to absorb the flavors.

Step 3

While the tuna is marinating, preheat a non-stick skillet or a cast-iron pan over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Once the pan is hot, remove the tuna from the marinade, letting any excess drip off, and pat it dry with paper towels. This will help achieve a nice sear on the steak.

Step 5

Pour the sesame seeds onto a plate and press each tuna steak into the seeds, coating both sides evenly.

Step 6

Add a little olive oil to the preheated pan, if necessary, to prevent sticking, and carefully place the tuna steaks into the pan.

Step 7

Sear the tuna steaks for about 2-3 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until your desired level of doneness. Be cautious not to overcook, as tuna tends to dry out quickly.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the tuna steaks from the pan and let them rest for a couple of minutes before slicing.

Step 9

Slice the tuna steaks against the grain and arrange them on a serving plate.

Step 10

Garnish with thinly sliced scallions and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious low carb seared tuna steak!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(471.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	884.5

Total Fat 55.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.8g
Cholesterol 129.3mg	0%
Sodium 2479.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 9.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g	0%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 86.5g	0%

Vitamin D 772.2IU	0%
Calcium 78.2mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 2111.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.4%

Protein: 39.4%

Carbs: 4.1%