Best 7 Spicy Rub For Seared Tuna Steaks Recipes

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Seared tuna steaks are a popular delicacy known for their tender texture and rich flavor. When paired with a spicy rub, these steaks take on a whole new dimension of culinary delight. The combination of the spicy rub's heat and the tuna's natural richness creates a tantalizing dish that is sure to impress even the most discerning palate. Whether you prefer a fiery kick or a more subtle warmth, there are endless possibilities when it comes to creating a spicy rub that perfectly complements the delicate flavor of tuna. So, get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the world of spicy rubs and discover the perfect recipe to elevate your seared tuna steaks to a whole new level of deliciousness.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SEARED AHI TUNA STEAK WITH DIPPING SAUCE



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Seared ahi tuna steak is surprisingly easy to make at home. It's delicious when served with a spicy dipping sauce.

Provided by Vered DeLeeuw

Categories     Appetizer

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce ((or a gluten-free alternative))
1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
1 garlic clove (minced)
1 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 (8 oz) Ahi tuna steaks (1.5-inch thick, sashimi-grade )
1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt (or 1/2 teaspoon sea salt)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons avocado oil (for frying; can skip if using a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet.)

Steps:

  • To make the sauce, whisk together the sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Let sit at room temperature while you cook the fish.
  • Season the tuna steaks with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Heat a heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat, about 3 minutes. Add the oil and swirl to coat.
  • Place the fish in the hot pan. Cook until a golden crust has formed and the fish is medium-rare (red warm center), about 2 minutes per side.*
  • Transfer the tuna steaks to a cutting board. Cut them into 1⁄4-inch-thick slices and serve with the sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 53 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 637 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 8 oz

SPICY RUB FOR SEARED TUNA STEAKS



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Fragrant, easy-to-make rub for fresh tuna steaks. Bold flavors.

Provided by AlliePeacock

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 11m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 ¼ teaspoons ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 (5 ounce) tuna steaks, about 1 inch thick
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Whisk 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon zest, coriander, black pepper, ginger, salt, and cinnamon in a small bowl; rub tuna steaks with spice mixture.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear tuna in the hot oil until browned but still pink in the center, about 3 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.7 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 64.1 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 33.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 634.5 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

SPICE-RUBBED SEARED TUNA STEAKS WITH BALSAMIC REDUCTION



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These spice-rubbed seared ahi tuna steaks are easy to make and take a few minutes to cook. Add the balsamic reduction sauce, and you're good to go.

Provided by John Mitzewich

Categories     Entree     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

Balsamic Reduction:
6 tablespoons/90 milliliters aged balsamic vinegar
1 medium lemon (juiced)
1 garlic clove (peeled and halved)
For the Tuna:
1 (1 1/2 pounds) center-cut ahi tuna fillet
1 1/2 teaspoons/7.5 milliliters kosher salt
1 teaspoon/5 milliliters coriander (ground)
1 teaspoon/5 milliliters paprika
1/4 teaspoon/1.25 milliliters cayenne pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons/7.5 milliliters black pepper (coarsely ground)
2 tablespoons/30 milliliters vegetable oil (for cooking)
Garnish: 4 lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Make the balsamic reduction : Place the balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and garlic in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
  • Simmer until the mixture reduces by half. Turn off the heat and reserve until needed. This sauce does not have to be hot for serving. The reduction will thicken slightly as it cools.
  • If your tuna fillet is not already sliced into servings, slice into 4 rectangular steaks of equal size. In a small bowl, combine the salt, coriander, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Lay the tuna steaks out on a plate and sprinkle the spice mixture evenly on all sides.
  • Evenly coat the tuna steaks with the freshly ground black pepper and gently press it in so that it adheres to the surface, being careful not to smash the flesh.
  • Place a thick-bottomed frying pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and swirl to coat the pan. When you see small wisps of smoke, add the tuna to the pan and sear the steaks for about 1 minute per side or until the desired doneness is reached.
  • Remove the tuna steaks and place them on a cutting board. For presentation, cut each steak diagonally into 4 to 5 slices and fan on a plate. Serve with a small amount of sauce drizzled alongside. Garnish with a lemon wedge and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fiber 9 g, Protein 53 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 576 mg, Sugar 25 g, Fat 9 g, ServingSize 1 1/2 pounds (4 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SPICY SEARED TUNA WITH SESAME VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon minced ginger root
1/3 cup rice wine vinegar
1 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tablespoon white sesame seeds, toasted in a dry pan until golden
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1/4 cup vegetable oil
Salt and freshly ground white pepper
1 1/2 pounds best-quality ahi tuna
6 cups loosely packed mizuna greens, curly endive or red leaf lettuce
1 cup marinated shiitake mushrooms (recipe follows), for optional garnish
2 tablespoons finely chopped chives, for garnish
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon sliced garlic
1 tablespoon sliced fresh ginger root
3/4 pound baby shiitake mushroom caps, not more than 1 1/2 inches in diameter, wiped clean and stems removed
1 cup rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sambal olek (Thai chile paste)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup Sesame Vinaigrette, recipe above

Steps:

  • Melt the butter over low-heat, stir in the ginger root and remove from the heat. Allow the mixture to infuse for 2 to 3 hours or overnight for the flavor to develop.
  • In a small saucepan, heat the vinegar and whisk in the sugar until it is dissolved. Remove from the heat and all to cool. Stir in the salt, pepper, sesame seeds, and soy sauce, then whisk in the sesame and vegetable oils until the mixture is completely emulsified.
  • Reheat the butter and ginger root infusion until it is soft enough to spread easily. Brush each sheet of aluminum foil with some of this mixture, and sprinkle with a little salt and white pepper. With a very sharp knife, slice the tuna about 3/8 inch thick against the grain and lay 2 slices in a single layer on each piece of foil. Preheat a grill, griddle, or large heavy skillet to very high heat.
  • Toss the greens with just enough vinaigrette to coat all the leaves and reserve the remaining vinaigrette for another use. Mound an equal quantity of the salad on each of 6 serving plates.
  • Transfer the sheets of foil to the hot grill and cook for about 30 seconds, or until the tuna is seared on one side and still raw on the other. Immediately transfer the tuna slices, raw side up, to the plates and drape them loosely around the edges of the salad. Garnish with the chives and the shiitake caps, if desired, and serve immediately.
  • In a large heavy saucepan, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, ginger root, and mushrooms and saute for 3 minutes, or until the mushrooms are just seared and still dry. Deglaze the pan with the vinegar and reduce over medium-high heat until almost no liquid remains. Stir in the sambal olek and salt and remove from the heat. Add the vinaigrette and stir to mix. Set aside and allow to marinate for at least 6 hours. The mushrooms can be kept covered in the refrigerator, for up to 4 days.

SPICY TUNA STEAKS



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Make and share this Spicy Tuna Steaks recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Tuna

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup vegetable oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 lbs tuna steaks
1 lemon, cut in wedges

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, combine oil, garlic, soy sauce, mustard, lemon juice and pepper.
  • Rinse fish under cold water and pat dry.
  • Place fish in a shallow bowl and cover with marinade; refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Place tuna on non-stick grilling rack and grill 5-7 minutes on each side or until opaque; apply marinade while cooking to keep moist.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.

SEARED SPICY TUNA STEAKS



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Make and share this Seared Spicy Tuna Steaks recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Tuna

Time 11m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

20 ounces tuna steaks 4 steaks
olive oil
1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch hot pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Mix the spices together.Season steaks
  • Drizzle with olive oil.
  • Place steaks in a hot heavy bottom pan over medium-high heat.
  • Lower heat to medium.
  • Cook 4 minutes until well browned on one side. And can be removed from pan with ease.
  • Turn over & cook 2-3 minutes more.
  • If you like it well done by all means do cook a couple minutes more.

FIVE-SPICE TUNA



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Out of the tuna recipes I've tried, this is my favorite. I add an Asian flair to tuna steaks with amazing results. For a bolder taste, marinate the tuna for 30 minutes. -Linda Murray, Allenstown, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 tuna steaks (1 inch thick and 6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl of shallow dish, combine the first six ingredients. Add tuna and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 15 minutes., Drain tuna, discarding marinade. Place tuna on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat until fish flakes easily with a fork, 3-5 minutes on each side .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 509mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 40g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right tuna steaks: Look for steaks that are at least 1 inch thick and have a good amount of marbling. This will ensure that the tuna is cooked evenly and stays moist.
  • Use a good quality spicy rub: The rub is what will give the tuna its flavor, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a rub that contains a variety of spices, such as chili powder, cumin, paprika, and garlic powder.
  • Sear the tuna steaks over high heat: This will create a nice crust on the outside of the tuna while keeping the inside rare and juicy.
  • Don't overcook the tuna steaks: Tuna is a very delicate fish, so it's important to not overcook it. Cook the steaks for just a few minutes per side, or until they are cooked to your desired doneness.
  • Let the tuna steaks rest before serving: This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the steaks, resulting in a more tender and flavorful bite.

Conclusion:

Spicy seared tuna steaks are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The combination of the spicy rub and the seared tuna creates a dish that is both flavorful and satisfying. With the provided tips, you can achieve perfectly cooked tuna steaks that will impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy seafood recipe, give this spicy seared tuna steaks recipe a try - you won't be disappointed!

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