Grilled Tuna with Pea and Citrus Glaze
Prep
15 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under 40 minutes and tastes like you've spent hours in the kitchen. The combination of bright citrus, fresh ginger, and sweet peas creates this gorgeous glaze that makes yellowfin tuna absolutely sing. What I love most is that tuna is packed with omega 3 fatty acids, so you're getting something genuinely good for your heart along with an impressive meal. The best part? You probably have most of these ingredients already, and there's minimal prep work involved. Trust me, once you make this, it'll become a regular rotation in your kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 4yellowfin tuna steaks(6 oz each, 1.5 inches thick)
- 473 mlfrozen peas(thawed)
- 3 tablespoonsfresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoonsfresh ginger(minced)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 4 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil(divided)
- 1 tablespoonhoney
- 1shallot(finely minced)
- 2 tablespoonsfresh mint(chopped)
- 237 mlvegetable broth
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper
- 1 teaspoonlemon zest
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Instructions
- 1
Pat the tuna steaks dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with sea salt and black pepper. Allow them to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes while you prepare the other components.
Tip: Drying the tuna ensures a better sear and golden crust on the grill.
- 2
In a small saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced shallot and cook for 2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and ginger to the shallots, stirring constantly for 1 minute to release their aromatics without browning.
Tip: Watch carefully to prevent the garlic from burning, which would create a bitter taste.
- 4
Stir in the thawed peas and vegetable broth, then simmer for 3-4 minutes until the peas are heated through and the broth reduces slightly. Remove from heat and fold in the fresh mint. Set aside and keep warm.
- 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, honey, lemon zest, and remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil to create the citrus glaze. Season lightly with a pinch of salt.
Tip: The honey balances the acidity of the lemon while adding a subtle sweetness to complement the tuna.
- 6
Preheat your grill to high heat (around 450°F) and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
- 7
Place the tuna steaks on the hot grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness. The tuna should develop a golden-brown crust while remaining pink in the center. Avoid moving the steaks excessively to allow proper searing.
Tip: Tuna cooks quickly and can become dry if overcooked; aim for an internal temperature of 130-135°F for best results.
- 8
Transfer the grilled tuna to serving plates and spoon the warm pea compote alongside each steak. Drizzle generously with the citrus glaze and serve immediately.
Tip: Serve with steamed jasmine rice or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
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