Looking for a quick and delicious dinner option that won’t break the bank? Why not try Grilled Ahi Tuna Steaks? These tasty steaks are marinated in a delicious blend of soy sauce and honey, which infuses them with flavor and helps them to stay moist while they cook.
Once the steaks are marinated, they can be grilled to perfection in just a few minutes. The key to getting them just right is to brown them on each side, while still keeping the inside tender and pink. When they’re done, you’ll have a delicious, protein-packed meal that the whole family will love.
Recipe Notes:
- For a really low calorie meal, serve grilled tuna steaks with your favorite steamed green vegetable, such as asparagus or baby stem broccoli. I love serving these grilled tuna steaks with rice and green beans, or an Asian-style salad with dressing.
- The marinade in this recipe provides great umami flavor, although it is completely optional.
- While I love salmon, it can be expensive, especially when served to a large family. Tuna is an excellent alternative that is healthy, tasty and inexpensive.
- If you enjoy a spicy kick to your food, add a small amount of cayenne pepper to the marinade.
- It is important that the pan or grill coat well with cooking spray so tuna steaks don’t stick to surface of skillet. The pan should also be very hot before adding the tuna steaks. Like all meat, allow your seared tuna steaks to rest for a few minutes before serving.
What is yellowfin tuna?
Yellowfin tuna refers to two species of tuna: yellowfin tuna and bigeye tuna. It is usually the cheapest option compared to something like bluefin tuna, although the taste and texture are very similar.
You can usually get this tuna in the frozen aisle of your local grocery store or in the fresh seafood section.
Can I cook the tuna in a skillet instead of the grill?
Absolutely! You can sear the tuna steaks in a skillet on the stove over medium heat, spraying the skillet generously with cooking spray.
Can I make the marinade ahead of time?
If you can! To shorten the cooking time for this meal, you can make the marinade ahead of time. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where it can be stored for up to 2 weeks.
Grilled Yellowfin Tuna Steaks
- Combine your marinade in a small bowl.
- Season your tuna steaks with salt and pepper then place in a ziplock bag or shallow dish. Pour in the marinade and let it sit for 15 to 25 minutes. You don’t want it to marinate any more as the vinegar can start to “cook” the tuna like in ceviche.
- Turn your grill on to high heat. Generously spray the rack with nonstick cooking spray. Place your steaks on the grill to sear for 2-3 minutes per side. It should be crisp on the outside and bright pink on the inside.
- Cover them with the sesame seeds.
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Don’t forget to pack any leftovers for lunch the next day.
Grilled Yellowfin Tuna Steaks
Grilled Ahi Tuna Steaks are marinated in a flavorful soy sauce and honey marinade before being perfectly browned on each side while remaining soft and pink on the inside.
- Preparation time: 25 minutes
- Time to cook: 5 minutes
- Total time: 30 minutes
- It serves:4
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 8 oz tuna steak (2 4 oz steaks)
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoonful Honey
- 1 Tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoonful chopped ginger
- 1 teaspoonful minced garlic
Instructions
- Combine your marinade in a small bowl.
- Season your tuna steaks with salt and pepper then place in a ziplock bag. Pour in the marinade and let it sit for 15 to 25 minutes. You don’t want it to marinate any more as the vinegar can start to “cook” the tuna like in ceviche.
- Cover them with the sesame seeds.
- Turn your grill on to high heat. Generously spray the rack with nonstick cooking spray. Place your steaks on the grill to sear for 2-3 minutes per side. It should be crisp on the outside and bright pink on the inside.
