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Tuna Steak Marinade

A flavorful marinade perfect for enhancing the taste of tuna steaks, combining citrus, soy sauce, and spices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium recommended
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice or lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional for sweetness
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil for added flavor

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, black pepper, and sesame oil until well combined.
  2. Taste the marinade and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  3. Place the tuna steaks in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated.
  4. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 1gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the tuna steaks for at least 20 minutes but no more than 1 hour to avoid the fish becoming too soft.

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