Best 6 Fresh Fried Ahi Blue Fin Tuna Recipes

PAN-SEARED TUNA WITH AVOCADO, SOY, GINGER, AND LIME

Steps:

• In a mixing bowl, combine the cilantro, jalapeno, ginger, garlic, lime juice, soy sauce, sugar, salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Stir the ingredients together until well incorporated.
• Place a skillet over medium-high heat and coat with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Season the tuna generously with salt and pepper. Lay the tuna in the hot oil and sear for 1 minute on each side to form a slight crust. Pour 1/2 of the cilantro mixture into the pan to coat the fish. Serve the seared tuna with the sliced avocado and the remaining cilantro sauce drizzled over the whole plate.

FRESH FRIED AHI (BLUE FIN TUNA)

Steps:

• 1. First pre-heat the oil. Then once hot sprinkle the flour into the hot oil. Then slice the Ahi into steak chunks. Then lightly salt& pepper both sides of the fish.
• 2. Then fry on both sides for about 3 to 4 mins on each side.
• 3. Drain on a plate covered with a paper towel.
• 4. Special Tip: I use 1 to 2 pieces of bread to soak up the oil.

AIR FRYER TUNA STEAKS RECIPE​ (FRESH OR FROZEN)

Steps:

• Preheat the air fryer at 370 F for 5 minutes.
• Coat all sides of the ahi tuna steaks with olive oil and season all sides with salt and pepper to taste.
• Add the tuna steaks in the air fryer basket and air fry at 370 F for 2 minutes on each side or until desired doneness. Rare: 110-115ºF (1 minute and 30 seconds per side)Medium-rare: 125-130ºF (2-3 minutes per side)Medium: 135- 145ºF (4 minutes per side)Well-done: over 150ºF (6+ minutes per side)
• Meanwhile, combine the coconut amino, green onion, lime juice, water and garlic into a small bowl, set aside.
• Remove the steaks from the basket and thinly slice tuna steaks and serve with the lime dipping sauce and side of your choice.

COUNTRY FRIED TUNA

Steps:

• For the Pickled Ginger Tartar Sauce: Combine all the ingredients in a small serving bowl and set aside.
• For the Wasabi Guacamole: Add all the ingredients to a small serving bowl and mash together until smooth. Set aside.
• For the Tempura Batter/Tuna: Whisk all ingredients together in a large bowl, but do not over mix. Keep well chilled in the refrigerator or over an ice bath until ready to use.
• In a deep-fryer or stockpot, heat the oil to 350 to 375 degrees F. Cut the tuna into 2 portions. Dip each piece into the tempura batter, coating all of the sides. Lower into the deep-fryer and cook until the batter is crisp, but not overly browned, approximately 1 minute. Remove from the fryer to a cutting board and cut into 1/4 to 1/2-inch slices. Transfer the tuna to a serving platter and serve with the Pickled Ginger Tartar Sauce and the Wasabi Guacamole.

SAVORY PAN-SEARED TUNA STEAKS

Steps:

• Mix soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, sesame oil, molasses, cayenne pepper, ginger, and garlic together in a bowl.
• Place tuna steaks in a large resealable bag or airtight container; pour marinade over steaks. Marinate steaks at room temperature for 20 minutes.
• Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Remove steaks from marinade and arrange in the hot pan; gently shake pan to avoid sticking. Cook approximately 1 1/2 minutes and flip. Cook other side until tuna is desired doneness, 1 to 2 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).

SEARED AHI TUNA STEAKS

Steps:

• Season the tuna steaks with salt and cayenne pepper.
• Melt the butter with the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the peppercorns in the mixture until they soften and pop, about 5 minutes. Gently place the seasoned tuna in the skillet and cook to desired doneness, 1 1/2 minutes per side for rare.