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Garlic Butter Ahi Tuna: 2 Minute Perfection

Garlic Butter Ahi Tuna
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This recipe for Garlic Butter Ahi Tuna is a quick and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a weeknight meal. Ahi tuna steaks are seared to perfection and coated in a rich garlic butter sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 2 Ahi tuna steaks (about 6 oz each)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the tuna steaks dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear the tuna steaks for 1-2 minutes per side for rare, or longer for your desired doneness. Remove tuna from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet.
  5. Once the butter is melted, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  6. Stir in chopped parsley and lemon juice.
  7. Return the tuna steaks to the skillet and spoon the garlic butter sauce over them.
  8. Cook for another minute until the tuna is coated and heated through.
  9. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh ahi tuna.
  • Do not overcook the tuna, as it can become dry.
  • Adjust garlic and lemon juice to your preference.

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