Irresistible Garlic Butter Ahi Tuna Recipe Perfect for Dinner
A quick and easy recipe for perfectly seared ahi tuna steaks with a rich garlic butter sauce, ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 ounces ahi tuna steaks, fresh or frozen, sushi-grade
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the ahi tuna steaks dry with a paper towel and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, mix together butter, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Set aside.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and let it get hot for about 2-3 minutes.
- Place the tuna steaks in the pan and sear for 1-2 minutes on each side until the outside develops a golden crust while keeping the center rare.
- Remove the tuna from the pan and set aside. Lower the heat and add the garlic butter mixture to the same pan. Stir constantly for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
- Return the tuna steaks to the pan and spoon the garlic butter sauce over each piece. Cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute to coat the tuna and warm it slightly.
- Remove from heat and transfer the tuna to a serving plate. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
[‘Use fresh sushi-grade tuna for the best flavor and texture.’, ‘Avoid overcooking the tuna to keep it tender and juicy.’, ‘Preheat the pan to ensure a perfect sear.’, ‘Monitor the garlic butter sauce closely to prevent burning.’, ‘Let the tuna rest for a minute before serving to retain its juiciness.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tuna steak (6-8 ou
- Calories: 320
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Protein: 30
Keywords: ahi tuna, garlic butter, quick dinner, healthy recipe, seared tuna, seafood recipe