SPICY RUB FOR SEARED TUNA STEAKS

Spicy Rub for Seared Tuna Steaks image

Fragrant, easy-to-make rub for fresh tuna steaks. Bold flavors.

Provided by AlliePeacock

Time 11m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 ¼ teaspoons ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 (5 ounce) tuna steaks, about 1 inch thick
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

Whisk 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon zest, coriander, black pepper, ginger, salt, and cinnamon in a small bowl; rub tuna steaks with spice mixture.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear tuna in the hot oil until browned but still pink in the center, about 3 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.7 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 64.1 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 33.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 634.5 mg, Sugar 0.2 g