How to Cook Ahi Tuna Steaks - Seared Tuna Steaks | Get Cookin' | Allrecipes

ahi tuna steaks

🥗Healthier: swordfish

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Swordfish offers a similar texture, while tilapia is more budget-friendly.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is often less expensive.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is healthier.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

Choose good quality ahi tuna steaks, preferably fresh or sushi grade.

Pat the ahi tuna steaks dry with paper towels.

Season the tuna steaks with salt and optional cayenne pepper.

Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until it slightly smokes.

Add oil to the skillet, then add whole peppercorns and heat until they start to pop.

Place the tuna steaks in the skillet and do not touch them until they naturally release from the pan.

Sear the first side for 30 seconds to 1 minute, then season the second side while it cooks.

Flip the tuna steaks and sear for another 30 seconds to 1 minute until a crust forms and the inside remains rare to medium rare.

Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest before slicing.

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