Description
Achieve restaurant-quality results with this quick, high-protein blackened tuna recipe. Bold spices create a flavorful crust while preserving the fish’s tender interior. Ready in 25 minutes!
Ingredients
2 medium tuna steaks (6 oz each)
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
Instructions
Pat tuna steaks dry with paper towels
In bowl, mix paprika, cayenne, cumin, garlic powder, and salt
Coat both sides of tuna steaks evenly with spice blend
Heat oil in skillet over medium-high until shimmering
Sear tuna 2-3 minutes per side until blackened crust forms
Transfer to plate and rest 5 minutes
Slice against grain and drizzle with lemon juice
Notes
Use a sharp paring knife for clean slices
Avoid overcooking to maintain rare center
Store sealed in fridge up to 2 days
Try with arugula salad for extra flavor
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: High Protein Meals
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American