Ingredients
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- 2 ahi tuna steaks (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, and lemon juice to create the marinade.
- Place the ahi tuna steaks in a shallow dish and pour half of the marinade over them. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat a nonstick skillet or grill over medium-high heat.
- Sear the marinated tuna steaks for 1-2 minutes on each side for rare doneness.
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds just before removing from heat.
- Slice against the grain into bite-sized pieces, drizzle with remaining marinade, garnish with green onions, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Searing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg