Tuna with Orange, Ginger, and Lemongrass Sauce

Name: Tuna with Orange, Ginger, and Lemongrass Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup fresh orange juice; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 cup finely chopped onion; 2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger; 2 tablespoons minced fresh lemongrass*; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper; 1/4 cup chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 4 6- to 7-ounce tuna steaks; Additional olive oil; 8 teaspoons sesame seeds

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
2 tablespoons minced fresh lemongrass*
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1/4 cup chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth
1 tablespoon soy sauce
4 6- to 7-ounce tuna steaks
Additional olive oil
8 teaspoons sesame seeds

1
Whisk 2 tablespoons orange juice and cornstarch in small bowl to blend.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
3
Add onion, ginger, lemongrass, garlic and crushed red pepper; saute until onion is light golden, about 3 minutes.
4
Add 3/4 cup orange juice, stock and soy sauce and boil until reduced to 3/4 cup, about 4 minutes.
5
Whisk in cornstarch mixture; boil 1 minute.
6
Remove from heat.
7
Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
8
Brush tuna steaks with olive oil.
9
Coat each side of each tuna steak with 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, pressing gently to adhere.
10
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in large nonstick skillet over high heat.
11
Add tuna and cook until opaque in center, about 3 minutes per side.
12
Bring sauce to simmer.
13
Transfer tuna to plates.
14
Serve with sauce.

449

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 2 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup fresh orange juice, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 cup finely chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Tuna with Orange, Ginger, and Lemongrass Sauce 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!