Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of seared tuna steaks with lemon, caper, and parsley butterβa perfect blend of fresh ingredients and bold taste. This easy, low-carb dinner recipe can be prepared in just 10 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. The buttery sauce adds a tangy kick to the rich tuna, while its impressive presentation garnished with caperberries and lemon wedges will surely wow your guests. Serve it alongside fresh salads or roasted vegetables for a complete meal that delights both the palate and the eyes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 800 grams Fresh tuna steaks
- Olive oil
- Sea salt & pepper
- 100 grams salted butter
- 3 Tbsp baby capers
- 2 Β½ Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Caperberries and lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Brush the tuna steaks with olive oil and season generously with sea salt and pepper.
- Preheat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Sear the tuna steaks for 3 to 5 minutes per side, aiming for a pink center.
- In a small pot, melt the butter and mix in capers, parsley, and lemon juice until bubbling.
- Pour the lemon caper butter over the seared tuna steaks and garnish with caperberries and lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (200g)
- Calories: 372
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 86mg
Keywords: For an extra flavor boost, consider adding minced garlic to the butter sauce. Substitute fresh herbs like dill or basil if you prefer different flavors.