Jun 09 2026
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Blackened Ahi Dinner Recipe

Inspired by Blue 32 Sports Grill
Time20m
Serves2

Blackened Ahi cooked rare.

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Ingredients

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Fish

Spice Mix

Sides

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the spice mix

    In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Ahi tuna

    Pat the Ahi tuna steaks dry with paper towels. Brush both sides of the steaks with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated.

  3. 3

    Season the steaks

    Generously rub the spice mix onto both sides of the Ahi tuna steaks, pressing it in slightly to adhere.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Heat the skillet

    Place a cast-iron skillet over high heat and allow it to heat up for about 5 minutes until very hot.

  2. 5

    Cook the Ahi tuna

    Once the skillet is hot, carefully place the seasoned Ahi tuna steaks in the skillet. Cook for about 1-1.5 minutes on each side for rare doneness. The exterior should be blackened while the inside remains rare.

Serving

  1. 6

    Plate the dish

    Remove the Ahi steaks from the skillet and let them rest for a minute. Serve immediately on a plate with steamed asparagus on the side. Garnish with lemon wedges for added flavor.

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