Pan-Seared Tuna Steaks with Capers
Pan-seared tuna steaks are a delicious and easy way to prepare tuna. The tangy and salty flavors of the capers perfectly complement the tender and juicy tuna. This dish is perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Spatula
- Tongs
- Cutting board
- Knife
Ingredients
- 4 tuna steaks - 5-6 ounces each, preferably sushi-grade
- Salt and pepper
- Olive oil
- 2 cloves of garlic - minced
- 1 tablespoon of capers - drained and rinsed
- 1 lemon - juiced
- 1/4 cup of chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon of butter
Instructions
- Season the tuna steaks with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
- Once the skillet is hot, carefully add the tuna steaks in a single layer.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tuna is seared and cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- Remove the tuna steaks from the skillet and set aside on a cutting board.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and capers. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, mix together the lemon juice and broth. Pour this mixture into the skillet with the garlic and capers.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
- Add the tuna steaks back to the skillet and let them simmer in the sauce for 1-2 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and add the butter, swirling it around the pan to melt.
- Serve the tuna steaks with the caper sauce spooned over the top.
Notes
It's important to use sushi-grade tuna for this recipe as it is meant to be served medium-rare. If you prefer your tuna more well-done, cook it for an additional minute on each side.
If you don't have capers, you can substitute with chopped green olives.
Nutrition
Calories: 244kcal
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