Pan Seared Tuna Recipe
Perfectly cooked tuna steak, seasoned and seared to bring out its flavor.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
- 2
Heat the Pan
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 3
Sear the Tuna
Carefully place the tuna steaks in the hot skillet. Sear for 2-3 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or longer if you prefer it more cooked.
- 4
Add Lemon Juice
In the last minute of cooking, drizzle the lemon juice over the tuna steaks.
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Remove the tuna from the pan, sprinkle with fresh parsley, slice, and serve immediately.

