Jul 14 2026
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Blackened Tuna Recipe

Inspired by Tutti Pazzi
Time30m
Serves2

Artichokes, String Beans, Cherry Tomatoes, Orange Ginger Sauce

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Ingredients

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Blackened Tuna

Vegetable Medley

Orange Ginger Sauce

Method

Preparing Blackened Tuna

  1. 1

    Mix the Spices

    In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix well.

  2. 2

    Season the Tuna

    Rub the spice mixture generously on both sides of the fresh tuna steaks.

  3. 3

    Heat Olive Oil

    In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  4. 4

    Cook the Tuna

    Add the seasoned tuna steaks to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness.

Preparing the Vegetable Medley

  1. 5

    Prepare the Vegetables

    In a separate pot, bring water to a boil. Blanch the string beans for 2-3 minutes until bright green. Drain and set aside.

  2. 6

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add artichoke hearts, string beans, and cherry tomatoes. Season with salt and black pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until heated through.

Making Orange Ginger Sauce

  1. 7

    Combine Ingredients

    In a small saucepan, combine fresh orange juice, grated ginger, soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil.

  2. 8

    Simmer the Sauce

    Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Let it reduce for about 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.

Assemble the Dish

  1. 9

    Plate the Components

    On a serving plate, first place a portion of the sautéed vegetable medley. Top with the blackened tuna steak.

  2. 10

    Drizzle the Sauce

    Drizzle the orange ginger sauce over the tuna and vegetables before serving.

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