Roasted Tuna with Edamame
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and tastes like you've spent all day cooking. The ahi tuna gets a beautiful sear on the outside while staying tender and buttery inside, and the edamame adds a satisfying crunch plus tons of plant based protein. I love how the ginger and garlic infused sauce brings everything together with bright, zesty flavors that feel restaurant quality. It's simple enough for a busy Tuesday but impressive enough to serve when friends come over.
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Ingredients
- 4 piecesahi tuna steaks(1.5 inches thick, about 6 oz each)
- 473 mlfrozen edamame(thawed and drained)
- 3 tablespoonssesame oil
- 2 tablespoonsfresh ginger(minced)
- 3 tablespoonssoy sauce
- 2 tablespoonsrice vinegar
- 4garlic cloves(thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoonsolive oil
- 1 teaspoonkosher salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 3fresh scallions(chopped)
- 2 tablespoonssesame seeds(for garnish)
- 1lime(cut into wedges)
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Instructions
- 1
Pat the tuna steaks dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Let them rest at room temperature for 10 minutes to allow the seasonings to penetrate.
Tip: Dry tuna ensures a better crust when searing and prevents sticking to the pan.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the sliced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Transfer garlic chips to a paper towel-lined plate.
Tip: Watch the garlic carefully to prevent burning, which would make it bitter.
- 3
In the same skillet, increase heat to high and sear the tuna steaks for 2-3 minutes on each side for medium-rare doneness. The outside should be golden brown while the inside remains slightly pink. Remove to a plate and tent loosely with foil.
Tip: Do not move the tuna while searing to develop a proper crust.
- 4
Whisk together sesame oil, ginger, soy sauce, and rice vinegar in a small bowl to create the glaze.
Tip: Mix the glaze while the pan is still warm for better flavor distribution.
- 5
Add the thawed edamame to the warm skillet over medium heat and pour in the glaze mixture. Toss gently to coat and warm through, about 2-3 minutes.
Tip: Edamame doesn't need much cooking—just enough to absorb the flavors.
- 6
Divide the edamame mixture among four plates and top each with one seared tuna steak.
Tip: Serve immediately while the tuna is still warm.
- 7
Sprinkle the roasted garlic chips, fresh scallions, and sesame seeds over each plate. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing.
Tip: These fresh garnishes add texture and brightness to balance the rich tuna.
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