Super Easy Seared Ahi Tuna Recipe

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Brief

Prep 10 mins

Cook: 5 mins

Total: 15 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4 servings

Super Easy Seared Ahi Tuna Recipe

Ingredients

1 pound sashimi grade yellowfin tuna

kosher salt to taste

fresh ground black pepper to taste

½ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs

3 tablespoons olive oil

Seafood

Directions

Step 1

With a sharp knife cut the tuna into 4 large pieces for appetizer portion 2 large pieces for dinner portion. Use your judgment on what shape you want to cut your tuna because not all tuna is the same size or shape. However the shape should somewhat resemble a miniature brick.

Step 2

Season the tuna pieces with salt and pepper. Coat lightly on all sides with bread crumbs. Heat olive oil in a large heavy skillet over high heat. The pan should be as hot as you can get it. Place the tuna in the pan and sear on each side for about 45 seconds for small portions or 1 minute for large. Remove from pan. The tuna will be very rare.

Step 3

Slice each 'brick' into 1/4 inch thick slices and fan out on a serving plate. Enjoy plain or with the condiments of your choice.

Nutritional Information

Super Easy Seared Ahi Tuna Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 270.2

% Daily Value *

Protein: 28.7g 57%

Carbohydrates: 10.4g 3%

Dietary Fiber: 0.8g 3%

Sugars: 0.9g

Fat: 12g 19%

Saturated Fat: 1.9g 9%

Cholesterol: 51.2mg 17%

Vitamin A Iu: 97.8IU 2%

Niacin Equivalents: 17.4mg 134%

Vitamin B6: 1mg 66%

Vitamin C: 1.6mg 3%

Folate: 20.1mcg 5%

Calcium: 46.7mg 5%

Iron: 1.7mg 9%

Magnesium: 64.1mg 23%

Potassium: 541.8mg 15%

Sodium: 406.2mg 16%

Thiamin: 0.5mg 52%

Calories From Fat: 108.3

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.