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Tuna Steak Marinade

A flavorful marinade that enhances the natural taste of tuna steaks, perfect for grilling or searing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice about 1 lemon
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil for added flavor
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional for heat

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, honey, grated ginger, black pepper, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
  2. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Marinate the Tuna
  1. Place the tuna steaks in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag.
  2. Pour the marinade over the tuna, ensuring it is well coated.
  3. Cover the dish with plastic wrap or seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 1gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the tuna steaks for at least 30 minutes but no longer than 2 hours to avoid the fish becoming too soft.

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