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How to Cook Tuna Steaks in Pan with Butter

Preparation time: 5 minutes; Cooking Time: 35 minutes; Total Time: 40 minutes; Servings: 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 ahi tuna steaks 4 oz. each & 1" thick
  • 3 tbsp. butter
  • 3 halved Garlic cloves
  • 2 Fresh rosemary sprig
  • ¼ tsp. onion powder
  • ½ tsp. cayenne pepper
  • ½ tsp. black pepper
  • 1 tsp. salt

Instructions
 

  • Pat dry tuna steaks using a paper towel, and season both sides with salt, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.
  • Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat for 3 to 5 minutes until very hot.
  • Add butter and garlic cloves to the hot pan. Once the butter has melted, add the rosemary sprigs, followed by the tuna steaks. Sear both sides of the tuna for 1 to 1½ minutes for medium-rare; you can cook for more time according to your desired doneness.
  • Once the tuna is cooked, remove it from the pan and transfer it to a cutting board. Let the steaks rest for a few minutes.
  • Slice the tuna steaks into ½” slices, garnish with toasted sesame seeds, green onions, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice, and serve.