Seared Tuna Recipe

Name: Seared Tuna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 big handfuls fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped; 1/2 jalapeno, sliced; 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger; 1 garlic clove, grated; 2 limes, juiced; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; Pinch sugar; Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 (6-ounce) block sushi-quality tuna; 1 ripe avocado, halved, peeled, pitted, and sliced

Servings: persons

2 big handfuls fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
1/2 jalapeno, sliced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, grated
2 limes, juiced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
Pinch sugar
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 (6-ounce) block sushi-quality tuna
1 ripe avocado, halved, peeled, pitted, and sliced

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In a mixing bowl, combine the cilantro, jalapeno, ginger, garlic, lime juice,
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soy sauce, sugar, salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Stir the
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ingredients together until well incorporated.
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Place a skillet over medium-high heat and coat with the remaining 2 tablespoons
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of olive oil. Season the tuna generously with salt and pepper. Lay the tuna in
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the hot oil and sear for 1 minute on each side to form a slight crust. Pour 1/2
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of the cilantro mixture into the pan to coat the fish. Serve the seared tuna
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with the sliced avocado and the remaining cilantro sauce drizzled over the whole
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plate.

230

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 big handfuls fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped, 1/2 jalapeno, sliced, 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger, 1 garlic clove, grated, and more.

Yes, Seared Tuna 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!

Seared Tuna

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Variations & substitutions

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