Spicy Tuna Steaks Recipe 🐟🔥
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
These Spicy Tuna Steaks are bursting with flavor! With a marinade that includes ginger, scallions, garlic, Tabasco sauce, and a touch of curry, these tuna steaks are a perfect blend of spicy and savory. Plus, with no dredging needed, this recipe is super easy to prepare. Marinate the steaks for a few hours or overnight to let the flavors meld, then simply broil or grill them for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients:
- 2 tuna steaks
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon scallions, chopped
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 tablespoon oil
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 137.3
- Fat: 7.3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 8.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 16.2g
- Fiber: 1.9g
- Sugar: 0.8g
- Protein: 2.5g
Recipe Instructions:
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Marinate the Tuna Steaks:
- In a bowl, combine the oil, minced ginger, chopped scallions, minced garlic, Tabasco sauce, and water.
- Place the tuna steaks in the marinade, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cover the bowl and let the tuna steaks marinate for at least 6 hours or overnight in the refrigerator, allowing the flavors to infuse.
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Prepare the Dredge:
- In a separate bowl, blend the flour and curry powder together.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Cook the Tuna Steaks:
- Preheat your grill or broiler to medium-high heat.
- Remove the tuna steaks from the marinade, shaking off any excess liquid.
- Dredge the marinated tuna steaks in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Place the coated tuna steaks on the grill or under the broiler.
- Cook for about 4 minutes on each side, or until the tuna is cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- Be careful not to overcook the tuna, as it can become dry.
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Serve Immediately:
- Once cooked, remove the tuna steaks from the grill or broiler.
- Serve the spicy tuna steaks hot, garnished with additional chopped scallions if desired.
- Enjoy your flavorful and spicy tuna steaks with your favorite side dishes or a fresh salad.
This recipe for Spicy Tuna Steaks is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a delicious weekend meal. With its bold flavors and simple preparation, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household!
