Blackened Ahi Recipe
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Ingredients
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Ahi Tuna
Blackening Spice
Cooking
Method
Prepare the Blackening Spice
- 1
Mix the Spices
In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to create the blackening spice blend.
Prepare the Ahi Tuna
- 2
Cook the Ahi Tuna
- 3
Heat the Pan
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over high heat until shimmering, about 2-3 minutes.
- 4
Blacken the Tuna
Carefully add the seasoned Ahi tuna steaks to the hot skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the exterior is blackened and the inside is still rare (adjust cooking time for desired doneness).