Sugar-Free Seared Ahi Tuna
Elevate your seafood game with this quick and wholesome Sugar-Free Seared Ahi Tuna recipe, a perfect choice for a health-conscious meal bursting with bold flavors. Featuring tender Ahi tuna steaks coated in a delightful blend of garlic and onion powders, black pepper, and salt, this dish is enhanced with a bright touch of fresh lemon juice and a nutty crust of sesame seeds. Seared to perfection in olive oil, the steaks achieve a beautifully crisp exterior while remaining melt-in-your-mouth tender inside. With just 10 minutes of prep and 6 minutes of cook time, this low-carb, high-protein recipe is as convenient as it is nutritious. Garnished with fresh parsley and served immediately, this simple yet elegant dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing dinner guests.
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces Ahi tuna steaks
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
Directions
Step 1
Begin by patting dry the Ahi tuna steaks with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
Step 3
Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the tuna steaks.
Step 4
Drizzle the lemon juice over the tuna and lightly coat each steak with olive oil.
Step 5
Sprinkle sesame seeds evenly on both sides of the tuna steaks and press gently to adhere.
Step 6
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat until hot, then add the remaining olive oil.
Step 7
Place the tuna steaks in the hot skillet and sear for about 1.5 to 2 minutes on each side for rare, or longer if desired.
Step 8
Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest for a minute.
Step 9
Slice the tuna against the grain and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Step 10
Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (302.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 641.6 |
| Total Fat 40.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.8g | |
| Cholesterol 100mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1297.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 8.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.6g | |
| Protein 60.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 60.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1101.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories