One of my favorite meals is Rare Ahi Tuna. I crave this dish from my favorite restaurant but it’s so expensive. It’s served with an asian slaw and wasabi mash potatoes which really add to the flavor. I recently ran across a hand written recipe for a Tuna Marinate and I decided to give it a try. In addition, I’ve been perfecting the sides as well.
Here is the marinate recipe for The Best Seared Rare Ahi Tuna

Seared Rare Ahi Tuna & Marinate
Equipment
- Grill with searing burner or
- Cast Iron Skillet if you don't have a searing burner
Ingredients
- ¼ cup Lime Juice
- ¼ cup Olive Oil Extra Virgin
- ⅛ cup Balsamic Vinegar
- 1½ tsp minced garlic
- ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro
- ½ tsp Jalapeno Salt
- 2 Ahi Tuna Steaks
- 2 tsp Balsamic Glaze
Notes
Marinate Tuna for 1-2 hours
I love making this recipe when I have fresh herbs. Fortunately Fresh Cilantro is fairly easy to purchase in the grocery store year round. Don’t skip the Cilantro because it really adds to the tuna flavor. A good quality Balsamic Vinegar is also recommended.
I like to use a Zip Lock bag to marinate the tuna. You can use a dish with a lid if you prefer.

Ready to Sear
Add a sprinkle of Jalapeno Salt to each tuna steak just before you are ready to sear it.

Cooking Options for The Best Seared AhiTuna
Because I’m married to The Grill Master, LOL, we have all sorts of cooking equipment. His grill is equipped with a searing burner and this is his preferred cooking method It was necessary to refer to him for this next part.
You should preheat your searing burner and then place the Tuna Steaks on the burner for approx. 1 1/2 minutes per side. Promptly remove and serve.
Cast Iron Skillet
If you don’t have a searing burner, a cast iron skillet is another great option. Be sure the skillet is very hot and sear the tuna steaks as above.

These instructions are for rare tuna and you will see a crispy outside and a rare pink center. Asian Slaw and Wasabi Mashed Potatoes really compliment the Tuna.

Ooops, I forgot to drizzle the tuna with the Balsamic Reduction. However, it does make it look really pretty and tastes great.
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This looks really yummy and a great dish to serve when company comes. I’ve cooked ahi tuna at home before, but can’t remember if I marinated it or for how long, so thanks for the recipe.
Will need to check out the sides to go with it!
Rachelle
Thanks so much Rachelle! It is really complimented by the sides.