Amazing Garlic Butter Ahi Tuna
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Amazing Garlic Butter Ahi Tuna, a quick and easy dish that elevates fresh tuna to new heights. In just five minutes, you can create a mouthwatering meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The rich garlic butter sauce not only enhances the natural taste of the ahi tuna but also creates a visually stunning presentation with its glossy finish. Serve this dish with your favorite sides, and impress family and friends with minimal effort while enjoying a nutritious, protein-packed option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Ahi tuna steaks (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the tuna steaks dry and season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear the tuna steaks for 1-2 minutes per side for rare or 2-3 minutes for medium-rare. Remove from skillet.
- Reduce heat to medium-low; add butter to the skillet until melted. Stir in minced garlic, cooking until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Mix in chopped parsley and lemon juice, then return the tuna to the skillet, spooning sauce over it.
- Serve immediately with your choice of sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg