Best 6 Grilled Jalapeno Tuna Steaks Recipes

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Grilled jalapeno tuna steaks are a delicious and easy-to-prepare dish that is perfect for a summer cookout or a weeknight dinner. Tuna is a versatile fish that can be cooked in many ways, but grilling brings out its natural flavors and adds a smoky char that is simply irresistible. The jalapenos in this recipe add a bit of heat and spice, while the lime juice and cilantro add a refreshing brightness. Serve these tuna steaks with grilled vegetables, rice, or your favorite salad for a complete meal.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

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 JAPANESE MARINADE



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Besides fish and chicken, this marinade is also good with steak, tofu, and vegetables.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 tuna steaks, 3/4 inch thick and about 6 ounces each
Japanese Marinade
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat grill to high; oil grates. Place 4 tuna steaks (each 3/4 inch thick and about 6 ounces) in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag. Add Japanese Marinade; turn to coat. Cover; marinate 15 to 30 minutes in refrigerator, turning fish occasionally.
  • Just before grilling, remove from refrigerator; remove tuna from marinade. Season with salt and pepper. Grill fish until charred on the outside but still pink inside, 2 to 5 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 g

SPICY GRILLED TUNA WITH GARDEN SALSA



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The rooftop of chef Rick Bayless's Chicago restaurant Frontera Grill is dedicated to growing tomatoes, hot peppers and herbs for fresh salsas. Multicolored heirloom tomatoes can be sweeter than other types, Bayless says, and they offer a hefty dose of infection-fighting vitamin C.

Provided by Merritt Watts

Categories     Garlic     Tomato     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Seafood     Tuna     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Healthy     Self     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 large cloves of garlic unpeeled
3 jalapeño chiles, stemmed
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon salt, divided
4 tuna steaks (5 ounces each, about 3/4 inch thick)
2 cups diced heirloom tomatoes
1/4 cup diced red onion
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped
Vegetable oil cooking spray

Steps:

  • Roast garlic and jalapeños in a small, dry skillet over medium heat, turning occasionally, until soft (both will blacken in spots), 5 to 10 minutes for jalapeños, 15 minutes for garlic. Cool, then peel garlic. Puree garlic, jalapeños, lime juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a blender until smooth. Scoop 1/2 cup puree into a 13" x 9" glass baking dish. Place fish on puree, flipping once to coat both sides. Cover dish; refrigerate 10 to 20 minutes to marinate. Transfer remaining puree into another bowl for salsa. Mix in tomatoes. Rinse onion in a small strainer under cold water; drain. Add to tomato mixture. Stir in cilantro, mint and basil. Season with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Coat grill with cooking spray; heat to medium-high (about 375°F). Remove fish from marinade; place on grill. Cover grill and cook 3 minutes. Uncover, flip fish, cover again and cook until fish is done, about 2 minutes more for medium-rare. Transfer fish to plates; spoon salsa on top.

GRILLED TUNA STEAKS WITH CANTALOUPE SALSA



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Categories     Low Carb     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Low/No Sugar     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Backyard BBQ     Cantaloupe     Tuna     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Healthy     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 2 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup coarsely chopped cantaloupe
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
4 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon minced seeded jalapeño chili
2 5- to 6-ounce fresh tuna steaks (about 1/2 inch thick)

Steps:

  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Mix cantaloupe, onion, cilantro, 2 teaspoons oil, lime juice and jalapeño chili in small bowl. Season salsa to taste with salt and pepper. Let stand 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, brush tuna steaks on both sides with remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill tuna until just opaque in center, about 3 minutes per side.
  • Transfer tuna to plates. Spoon salsa alongside and serve.

GRILLED JALAPENO TUNA STEAKS



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Charred tuna steaks with the flavor of jalapeno, garlic, and lime!

Provided by JasLak

Categories     Tuna Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pound ahi tuna steaks

Steps:

  • Whisk olive oil, lime juice, jalapeno pepper, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a flat baking dish. Place the tuna steaks in the dish, turning to coat entirely in marinade; cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Cook steaks on the preheated grill until beginning to firm and hot in the center, 5 to 7 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Cholesterol 51.3 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 26.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 42.1 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

GRILLED JALAPENO TUNA STEAKS



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Charred tuna steaks with the flavor of jalapeno, garlic, and lime!

Provided by JasLak

Categories     Tuna Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pound ahi tuna steaks

Steps:

  • Whisk olive oil, lime juice, jalapeno pepper, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a flat baking dish. Place the tuna steaks in the dish, turning to coat entirely in marinade; cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Cook steaks on the preheated grill until beginning to firm and hot in the center, 5 to 7 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Cholesterol 51.3 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 26.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 42.1 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality tuna steaks for the best results.
  • If you can't find jalapeño tuna steaks, you can make your own by slicing jalapeños in half lengthwise and removing the seeds. Then, stuff the tuna steaks with the jalapeños and grill as directed.
  • To prevent the tuna steaks from sticking to the grill, brush them with oil before grilling.
  • Cook the tuna steaks over medium-high heat for about 4 minutes per side, or until they are cooked to your desired doneness.
  • Serve the grilled jalapeño tuna steaks immediately with your favorite sides, such as grilled vegetables, rice, or salad.

Conclusion:

Grilled jalapeño tuna steaks are a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a summer cookout. They are easy to make and can be cooked in just a few minutes. The jalapeños add a spicy kick to the tuna, and the grilled flavor is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give grilled jalapeño tuna steaks a try!

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