Aug 31 2026
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Grilled Ahi Tuna Recipe

Inspired by Cozy Grape Wine Bar & Bistro
Time35m
Serves4

Served with Chimichurri sauce and Naan bread

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Ingredients

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Ahi Tuna

Chimichurri Sauce

Naan Bread

Method

Ahi Tuna

  1. 1

    Prep the tuna

    Pat the tuna steaks very dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.

  2. 2

    Preheat grill or skillet

    Heat a grill or heavy cast-iron skillet over high heat until just smoking, about 8–10 minutes for a grill or 5 minutes for a skillet. If using a grill, oil the grates.

  3. 3

    Sear the tuna

    Place tuna on the hot grill or skillet. Sear 1 1/2 to 2 minutes per side for rare (center pink), 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Avoid moving the steaks while searing to get a good crust.

  4. 4

    Rest and slice

    Transfer tuna to a cutting board and let rest 3 minutes. Slice each steak against the grain into 1/4-inch slices. Serve immediately with chimichurri spooned over or alongside and lemon wedges.

Chimichurri Sauce

  1. 5

    Chop and combine

    Finely chop the parsley, cilantro and oregano (if using leaves). Place herbs and minced garlic in a medium bowl.

  2. 6

    Dress the herbs

    Add the red wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, kosher salt and black pepper. Slowly whisk in the extra-virgin olive oil until combined. Taste and adjust seasoning — add more salt, pepper or vinegar as desired.

  3. 7

    Rest for flavor

    Let the chimichurri sit at room temperature for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours refrigerated) to allow flavors to meld. Bring back to room temperature before serving if chilled.

Naan Bread

  1. 8

    Warm the naan

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat a skillet over medium-high heat. If using the oven, wrap naan in foil and warm 5–8 minutes. If using a skillet, heat each piece 1–2 minutes per side until warm and lightly charred.

  2. 9

    Garlic butter (optional)

    Melt butter (or warm olive oil) and stir in minced garlic. Brush warmed naan with garlic butter and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

  3. 10

    Serve

    Keep naan warm and serve alongside sliced tuna and chimichurri.

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