Simple Soy-Citrus Marinade for Tuna Steak
Prepare tender, flavorful tuna steaks with this quick 30-minute soy and citrus marinade, perfect for grilling or pan-searing.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 6 min
- Total Time: 16 min
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Marinating and Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper until the sugar dissolves.
- Place your tuna steaks in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
- Pour the marinade over the tuna steaks, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Marinate in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes. Do not marinate longer than 30 minutes, as the acid can begin to cure the fish.
- Remove the tuna from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels before cooking. Discard the remaining marinade.
Notes
- For grilling, preheat your grill to high heat. Sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium-rare (125°F internal temperature).
- For a cast-iron sear, heat 1 tablespoon of high-heat oil (like avocado oil) in the pan until shimmering before adding the steaks.
- This marinade works well for ahi tuna steak.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (after marinating)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 550
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 10.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 70