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Marinated & Seared Tuna

Fresh tuna steaks marinated in a zesty mix of soy, sesame, and lemon, then quickly seared for a tender, flavour-packed centre. Perfect served with rice, vegetables, or a spicy mayo dip.

Ingredients

1kg tuna portions or steaks
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
Oil for cooking
Freshly chopped spring onion or coriander, for garnish
Optional sides: cooked rice and steamed broccoli

Method

Whisk together soy sauce, lemon juice, sesame oil, garlic powder, sugar, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
Pat the tuna dry with kitchen towel and place in a shallow dish. Pour marinade over the tuna to coat thoroughly.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, turning once halfway through.
Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a flat-bottomed heavy fry pan until very hot (almost smoking).
Sear the tuna for around 1.5 minutes per side, flipping carefully with a flat metal spatula.
Transfer tuna to a cutting board and rest for 10 minutes.
Slice thinly against the grain and serve chilled, garnished with sesame seeds, spring onions, or coriander.
Optional: Serve with sriracha mayo for an extra kick.