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Seared Tuna with Soy Sauce and Avocado

A quick and elegant dish of lightly seared tuna slices served with creamy avocado and a simple soy sauce drizzle. Ready in minutes, perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
350
Protein
40g
Seared Tuna with Soy Sauce and Avocado
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat the 1 lb tuna steak dry with paper towels and season both sides with the 0.5 tsp salt and 0.25 tsp black pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Heat the 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Add the tuna and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until the outside is browned but the center is still rare.

  3. Step 3

    Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest for 2 minutes. Slice the 1 large avocado and arrange on a plate.

  4. Step 4

    Thinly slice the rested tuna against the grain and lay it over the avocado. Drizzle with the 3 tbsp soy sauce and serve immediately.

  5. Step 5

    Optional: add a dab of wasabi or a sprinkle of sesame seeds if you have them.

Tools you’ll need

  • skillet
  • sharp knife
  • cutting board
  • plate

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