Baja Tuna Steaks Recipe

Name: Baja Tuna Steaks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs tuna steaks (2 steaks); Marinade; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon coriander seed, crushed; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder (I used Chili Powder That's Smoky and Spicy!); 1 lime. juice; 1/3 cup finely diced onion; 1 -2 tablespoon olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; Deglaze; 1/4 cup golden rum; tequila; 1 teaspoon brown sugar

Servings: persons

1 1/4 lbs tuna steaks (2 steaks)
Marinade
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coriander seed, crushed
1/4 teaspoon chili powder (I used Chili Powder That's Smoky and Spicy!)
1 lime. juice
1/3 cup finely diced onion
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
Deglaze
1/4 cup golden rum
tequila
1 teaspoon brown sugar

1
Mix all marinade ingredients together.
2
Coat the steaks with marinade and cover. Let marinade 1 hour.
3
remove the tuna scraping the marinade off. Reserve marinade.
4
In a very hot lightly oiled pan sear the tuna steaks 3 minutes each side for a rare center. Do cook longer a well done center.
5
Remove, cover set aside.
6
Meanwhile in same pan lower heat and stir fry the marinade ingredients for 2 minute, add rum and brown sugar and then simmer for 5 minutes or till completely reduced.
7
Slice and serve topped with simmered marinade and guacamole.

700

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 lbs tuna steaks (2 steaks), Marinade, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon coriander seed, crushed, and more.

Yes, Baja Tuna Steaks falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baja Tuna Steaks

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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