Ingredients
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- 2 tuna steaks (about 6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, olive oil, honey, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and lemon juice.
- Place tuna steaks in a resealable bag or shallow dish.
- Pour the marinade over the tuna, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
- Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook tuna steaks for 2-3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer if preferred.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Do not marinate for more than 2 hours to avoid over-tenderizing the fish.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Use fresh tuna for the best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Diet: Low Calorie
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tuna steak
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 50mg