Sugar-Free Spicy Tuna

Dive into bold flavors with this Sugar-Free Spicy Tuna recipe, a healthy and tantalizing twist on a seafood classic. Featuring fresh tuna steaks seared to perfection and coated in a vibrant, zesty sauce made from soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, ginger, and sugar-free chili paste, this dish offers the perfect balance of heat and tang. A sprinkle of red chili flakes intensifies the spice factor, while thinly sliced scallions and optional sesame seeds provide the ideal garnish. Ready in under 20 minutes, this low-carb, sugar-free recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a show-stopper meal for two. It's gluten-free and keto-friendly, ensuring everyone at the table can enjoy this flavorful creation. Pair it with a crisp side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:18 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (6-8 oz each) Fresh tuna steak
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 3 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 1 tablespoon Chili paste (sugar-free)
• 2 stalks Scallions, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Pat the tuna steaks dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Sear the tuna steaks in the hot skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or longer if you prefer them more cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the low-sodium soy sauce, lime juice, chili flakes, and sugar-free chili paste. Mix well to combine and let the sauce simmer for about 1 minute.

Step 7

Return the tuna steaks to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Serve the spicy tuna steaks hot, garnished with sliced scallions and sesame seeds, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(599.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	957.6

Total Fat 52.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 150.8mg	0%
Sodium 3043.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 18.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g	0%
Total Sugars 2.1g
Protein 101.9g	0%

Vitamin D 900.9IU	0%
Calcium 170.9mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 2410.4mg	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: 49.6%

Protein: 42.8%

Carbs: 7.6%