Description
Indulge in a culinary delight with perfectly seared tuna steaks drizzled in a rich, creamy garlic sauce that elevates this dish to gourmet status. This recipe is simple yet impressive, making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. With vibrant flavors and an irresistible aroma, your friends and family will be asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fresh tuna steaks (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil.
- Season tuna steaks generously with salt and pepper. Sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown but still pink in the center.
- In another pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and lemon juice, stirring continuously until slightly thickened.
- Stir in parsley and red pepper flakes. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve the seared tuna steaks drizzled with the creamy garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 140mg