Best 10 Grilled Asian Tuna Steaks Recipes

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Grilled Asian tuna steaks are a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Tuna is a good source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and other essential nutrients. When grilled, tuna steaks develop a slightly smoky flavor that pairs well with a variety of Asian-inspired sauces and marinades. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to impress your guests, grilled Asian tuna steaks are sure to please.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED ASIAN TUNA STEAKS



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With seafood as delicately flavored as tuna, it only takes a splash of soy sauce plus garlic and green onion to create mealtime magic.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup lite soy sauce
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 green onion, finely chopped
2 (8-oz.) tuna steaks (about 1-inch thick)

Steps:

  • In 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish, combine all ingredients except tuna steaks; mix well. Add tuna; turn to coat. Let stand while grill is heating.
  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. When grill is heated, remove tuna from soy sauce mixture; reserve mixture. Place tuna on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill 4 to 6 inches from medium coals. Cover grill; cook 10 to 12 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork and is opaque in center, turning once and brushing frequently with soy sauce mixture.
  • Bring any remaining soy sauce mixture to a boil in small saucepan. Serve tuna with warm soy sauce mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 45 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1190 mg, Sugar 3 g

GRILLED TUNA STEAKS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 16m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

Four 1-inch-thick fresh tuna steaks (about 4 pounds)
Olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • To grill the tuna, get a charcoal or stove-top cast-iron grill very hot. Brush the fish with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill each side for only 2 to 2 1/2 minutes. The center should be raw, like sushi, or the tuna will be tough and dry. Allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes and serve.

GRILLED TUNA STEAKS WITH ASIAN SESAME CRUST



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Easy enough for a weeknight but special enough for company, Asian-flavored marinated grilled tuna steaks with a sesame crust cook up quickly.

Provided by Jessica Harlan

Categories     Dinner     Entree

Time 36m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup chopped scallions (white and light green parts)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
4 (6-ounce) tuna steaks
1/2 cup sesame seeds (white and black combined or white only)
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon water

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a large zip-top bag, combine the soy sauce, chopped scallions, lemon juice, sesame oil, and fresh ginger. Swish everything around in the bag until it's well combined.
  • Add the tuna steaks, turning to coat them completely with the marinade. Press the excess air out of the bag, seal, and marinate in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes. Preheat the grill to high heat; this can be a countertop contact grill, an open grill pan, or an outdoor gas or charcoal grill. If using a contact grill, set to "sear" or the highest temperature setting.
  • Place the sesame seeds on a plate or a shallow dish. Remove the tuna steaks from the marinade, brushing the scallions off the steaks; reserve the marinade. One at a time, coat the steaks in sesame seeds on all sides, pressing the seeds onto the steaks so they'll stick.
  • Spray the grill plates lightly with nonstick spray and place the steaks on the grill. If using a contact grill, close the cover so the top grill rests evenly on the steaks; do not press down. Grill for about 3 minutes for a rare, pink interior; grill longer if you prefer your tuna cooked through.
  • If you are using an open grilling surface, carefully flip the tuna steaks with a pair of tongs after 3 minutes and cook for 3 minutes on the other side. Remove the steaks from the grill and keep warm.
  • While the tuna cooks, pour the marinade into a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Mix the cornstarch with the water to create a slurry and add to the saucepan, stirring with a whisk. Simmer for about 3 to 4 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
  • To serve, slice the tuna steaks on the diagonal into thin pieces. Fan the slices on a plate and drizzle with the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 55 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 1242 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 10 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

ASIAN SESAME SEARED OR GRILLED TUNA (GLUTEN FREE)



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This is a combination of two fabulous marinades. My kids absolutely love it and ask for me to make it all the time! And, just by using a gluten-free soy sauce, the entire recipe is gluten free! Serve with wasabi paste and rice.

Provided by Nettie

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
¼ cup sesame oil
2 tablespoons mirin (Japanese sweet wine)
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
2 green onions, thinly sliced, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
4 (6 ounce) tuna steaks
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, or to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Whisk tamari, sesame oil, mirin, honey, vinegar, ginger, green onions, and garlic together in a bowl until marinade is evenly mixed. Place tuna steaks in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Spread sesame seeds onto a plate. Remove tuna from marinade and discard marinade. Press tuna into sesame seeds until evenly coated.
  • Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over high heat until very hot; cook tuna in the hot oil until cooked to desired doneness, 30 seconds to 5 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 65.2 mg, Fat 27.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 42.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 1066.4 mg, Sugar 11.5 g

GRILLED TUNA STEAKS



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Look for moist, translucent tuna that's shiny pink or red; avoid fish with any hint of browning.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 one-inch-thick tuna steaks, (about 4 ounces each)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grill
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
6 anchovy fillets, cut into thirds
1 medium clove garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Preheat a ridged stovetop grill pan or outdoor grill. Season tuna with salt and pepper. Brush grill pan or grill with oil. Grill tuna until well browned but still rare, about 2 minutes per side; the flesh will be firm and tight. For medium rare, cook 1 minute more, until the flesh begins to pull apart. For medium, cook 2 minutes more, until the flesh flakes apart.
  • Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine lemon zest and juice, anchovies, oil, and garlic. Bring to boil over medium heat, remove from heat, and stir in oregano and basil. Serve immediately with sauce spooned over tuna.

TUNA GRILLED KOREAN-STYLE



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This aromatic marinade is used to flavor and tenderize beef in Korean cuisine. Do not marinate this longer than two hours, as the enzymes in ginger can over-tenderize the fish.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 6m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup light soy sauce
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seed oil
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds tuna steak (1 inch or thicker), cut into 4 portions

Steps:

  • In a plastic bag combine all ingredients except the tuna. Mix the marinade in the bag until combined and add the tuna, coating it completely. Seal the bag, refrigerate, and let the tuna marinate for 1 to 2 hours, turning it occasionally.
  • Preheat a grill, or broiler with rack in the top position.
  • Brush the grill with vegetable oil. Discard the marinade and grill the tuna (or broil it on a rack set in a baking pan) for 3 minutes on each side until medium rare.
  • Serve immediately.

GRILLED MARINATED TUNA STEAKS RAU



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Provided by Martha A. Rau

Categories     Ginger     Marinate     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Backyard BBQ     Tuna     Grill     Chill     Grill/Barbecue     Gourmet     California

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup teriyaki sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon Sherry or white wine
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon Asian sesame oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
a 1-inch piece fresh gingerroot, peeled and chopped fine
2 scallions, chopped fine
a pinch dried hot red pepper flakes, or to taste
four 8-ounce tuna or swordfish steaks

Steps:

  • In a large shallow dish stir together all ingredients except fish until combined well and add fish. Marinate fish, covered and chilled, turning occasionally, at least 1 hour and up to 2.
  • Prepare grill.
  • Grill fish on an oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals about 5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness. (Alternatively, fish may be broiled.)

GRILLED TROPICAL TUNA STEAKS



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These grilled tuna steaks with a tropical twist are a great way to enjoy a relaxing summer-evening cookout out with friends.

Provided by dakota kelly

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 1h23m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup pineapple or other tropical fruit preserves
¼ cup hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon sesame oil
4 (6 ounce) tuna steaks, about 1 inch thick

Steps:

  • To prepare marinade, combine preserves, hoisin, lime juice, cilantro, ginger, and sesame oil in a small bowl. Stir well.
  • Pour into a resealable plastic bag or glass bowl; toss tuna with marinade to coat. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate.
  • Remove tuna steaks from marinade, shake off excess, and discard remaining marinade. Cook on preheated grill for 4 to 5 minutes per side. Be careful not to overcook - the tuna should be lightly browned on the outside but still slightly pink in the middle. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 77.7 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 40.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 319.3 mg, Sugar 28.3 g

ORIENTAL GRILLED TUNA



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Make and share this Oriental Grilled Tuna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gingerbear

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 cup white wine
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
4 (4 ounce) yellow-fin tuna steaks

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except for tuna in a medium mixing bowl.
  • Place tuna in sauce mixture.
  • Marinate for 2-3 hours.
  • Grill tuna over medium coals for 10 minutes or until cooked throughout, turning once.

GRILLED TUNA STEAKS



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This is a delicious, simple and healthy recipe for grilled ahi tuna steaks. If you're in a hurry you can skip marinading them for one hour and just cover them with the sauce and place them directly on the grill. You can cook these steaks on your barbecue or on a George Forman grill, or even on your stovetop. Good tuna should be purchased fresh and cooked so it is still pink in the middle -- just like a steak.

Provided by GiddyUpGo

Categories     Tuna

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 tuna steaks
1 lemon, juice of
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
3 garlic cloves, crushed
3 shallots, minced
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine lemon juice, cilantro, garlic, shallots, chili powder, cumin and salt. Mix well.
  • Place tuna fillets in a large resealable bag.
  • Pour marinade in bag and work it around until the steaks are covered. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Spray your grill with some non-stick cooking oil.
  • Place the steaks on the grill and cook on high heat. Grill for 4 to 5 minutes per side (4 to 5 minutes total if using a George Forman grill) or until they reach the desired doneness (they should still be pink in the middle).
  • Serve with remaining cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 16.9, Fat 0.3, Sodium 399.4, Carbohydrate 3.7, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.3, Protein 0.6

Tips:

  • Choose the right tuna steaks: Look for steaks that are at least 1 inch thick and have a nice red color. Avoid steaks that are thin or have brown spots.
  • Marinate the tuna steaks: Marinating the tuna steaks in a flavorful marinade will help to add flavor and moisture. You can use a variety of marinades, such as a simple olive oil and lemon juice marinade, or a more complex marinade made with soy sauce, ginger, and garlic.
  • Cook the tuna steaks over high heat: Tuna steaks should be cooked over high heat to sear the outside and keep the inside rare. Cook the steaks for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 125 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the tuna steaks rest before serving: Once the tuna steaks are cooked, let them rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the steaks, making them more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Grilled Asian tuna steaks are a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following these tips, you can make sure that your tuna steaks turn out perfect every time. Serve the tuna steaks with your favorite sides, such as rice, vegetables, or salad.

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