The Best Ahi Tuna Recipe

Looking for a delicious Tuna recipe? Check out this favorite Ahi Tuna recipe I’ve been perfecting for a few months.

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.

The Best Seared Rare Ahi Tuna

Here is the marinate recipe for The Best Seared Rare Ahi Tuna.

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.

Print Recipe

Easy Asian Slaw

Easy to make slaw with an Asian flair.

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Total Time10 minutes mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Japanese

Servings: 6 People

Calories: 178kcal

Author: Rachel

Ingredients

• 1 bag cabbage slaw mixture Or Small Head of Cabbage Chopped
• 3 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 3 tbsp raw honey
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 garlic clove
• 1 tsp ginger powder
• ½ tbsp salt
• ¼ cup toasted sesame seeds Optional

Notes

Mix all ingredients (except toasted sesame seeds)

Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours 

Add optional toasted sesame seeds just before serving.  

Excellent served with Sear Ahi Tuna and Wasabi Mashed Potatoes

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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