Soy Marinated Grilled Tuna Steaks
Fresh tuna steaks soaked in a quick soy, garlic, and citrus marinade, then grilled for a few minutes per side.
Equipment
- Grill
- Shallow bowl
- Tongs
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tuna steaks about 6 oz each and 1 inch thick, very fresh
- 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic grated
- 1 tbsp lemon juice or lime juice
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley or cilantro
- ½ tsp chili flakes optional
Instructions
Cooking
- Marinate. Whisk the soy sauce, oil, garlic, citrus juice, herbs, and chili flakes, add the tuna, and chill for 20 to 30 minutes.
- Heat the grill. Preheat to high heat and lightly oil the clean grates.
- Grill. Pat the tuna dry and grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium rare.
- Rest. Rest for 2 minutes, then slice and serve.
Notes
Substitutions: Use lime juice instead of lemon and cilantro instead of parsley.
Tips: Discard the used marinade and cook to 145 degrees F for guests who are pregnant or very young.
Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days.