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Seared Tuna Steaks with Corn Salsa
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Seared Tuna Steaks with Corn Salsa
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
4 mins
Total Time
24 mins
 
Crusted, seared tuna steaks are paired with a fresh and bright corn salsa.
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: corn salsa, seared tuna
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 714 kcal
Author: Cathy Roma | What Should I Make For...
Ingredients
Tuna Marinade
  • 1/8 cup soy sauce
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 2 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • kosher salt and pepper
Prep the Tuna
  • 2 Tbsp whole coriander
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp whole black peppercorns
  • 12 oz Ahi tuna steaks (6-7 oz each)
Corn Salsa
  • 1 cup roasted or grilled corn kernels (from 2 ears corn, roasted or grilled and kernels cut off)
  • 2 Tbsp cilantro, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp scallions (white and pale green parts only), sliced
  • 1 lime, juiced and zested
  • 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • kosher salt and pepper
Instructions
Marinade

  1. Combine first three ingredients for tuna marinade in a bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

  2. Add tuna to the marinade, turning to coat. Refrigerate for 30 mins - 1 hour.

Make the Tuna
  1. Grind whole coriander and peppercorns in a spice grinder until coarsely ground.
  2. Remove tuna from marinade and turn to coat in spice rub.

  3. Sear the tuna steaks in an oiled pan over high heat, 2 minutes per side or until desired doneness (I recommend rare).

Corn Salsa
  1. Combine all ingredients for the corn salsa and toss together.
  2. Slice tuna if desired and serve with salsa.
Nutrition Facts
Seared Tuna Steaks with Corn Salsa
Amount Per Serving (2 g)
Calories 714 Calories from Fat 396
% Daily Value*
Fat 44g68%
Saturated Fat 7g44%
Cholesterol 64mg21%
Sodium 1038mg45%
Potassium 769mg22%
Carbohydrates 39g13%
Fiber 6g25%
Sugar 15g17%
Protein 45g90%
Vitamin A 3880IU78%
Vitamin C 14.2mg17%
Calcium 109mg11%
Iron 4.4mg24%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.