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How to Sear Ahi Tuna

How to Sear Ahi Tuna

If you've ever wanted to learn how to sear ahi tuna, these step-by-step instructions will make the process super easy.

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword ahi tuna
Prep Time 17 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Calories 194 kcal
Author Rebecca Pardess

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp. Chinese five-spice powder
  • 1 pinch sea salt or Himalayan salt
  • 6 oz. raw ahi tuna
  • Nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill or broiler on high.
  2. Combine five-spice seasoning and salt in a small bowl; mix well.
  3. Coat all sides of ahi with seasoning.
  4. Lightly coat grill or broiler pan with spray.
  5. Sear ahi for 2 minutes on each side, or until desired doneness. Remove from heat.
  6. Slice tuna on an angle.
  7. Serve over mixed greens dressed with extra-virgin olive oil and lemon juice.

Recipe Notes

The Nutrition Facts box below provides estimated nutritional information for this recipe.