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Seared Tuna Steaks with Garlic Herb Butter

Seared Tuna Steaks with Garlic Herb Butter for Quick Elegance

This Seared Tuna Steaks with Garlic Herb Butter recipe brings culinary delight with easy preparation and rich flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 steaks
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tuna
  • 2 steaks Fresh Tuna Thawed previously frozen tuna if necessary
For the Garlic Herb Butter
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 2 cloves Garlic Finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped
  • 1/2 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh preferred

Equipment

  • heavy-bottomed skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine softened unsalted butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, and lemon juice. Stir until well incorporated and creamy.
  2. Place a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes until hot.
  3. Pat tuna steaks dry, season with salt and pepper, and sear in the hot skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and slightly pink in the center.
  4. Dollop garlic herb butter on top of each seared tuna steak immediately after removing from skillet.
  5. Plate the seared tuna steaks warm, garnish with parsley and lemon wedges, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1steakCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to check for perfect medium-rare at 130°F. Customize butter with spices if desired.

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