Grilled Tropical Tuna Steaks

17 Reviews

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 8 min
Ready In: 1 hr 23 min

“These grilled tuna steaks with a tropical twist are a great way to enjoy a relaxing summer-evening cookout out with friends.” - by dakota kelly

Ingredients

1/2 cup pineapple or other tropical fruit preserves
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon sesame oil
4 (6 ounce) tuna steaks, about 1 inch thick

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Original recipe yields 4 servings

Directions

To prepare marinade, combine preserves, hoisin, lime juice, cilantro, ginger, and sesame oil in a small bowl. Stir well.
Pour into a resealable plastic bag or glass bowl; toss tuna with marinade to coat. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate.
Remove tuna steaks from marinade, shake off excess, and discard remaining marinade. Cook on preheated grill for 4 to 5 minutes per side. Be careful not to overcook - the tuna should be lightly browned on the outside but still slightly pink in the middle. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (4 total)

Calories
332 cal
17%

Fat
3.4 g
5%

Carbs
33.5 g
11%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Reviews (17)

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Valerie

May. 22, 2008

"Tried this last night.I had bluefin tuna right off the fishing boat.Wasn't sure if I would like this marinade,but am really glad I tried it. It came out great.I did however make two small changes,I us..." See moreed crushed pineapple,because I didn't have preserves ,and because I don't like sesame oil,used regular olive oil.It was grilled to just rare and served over a salad with a light lime vinaigrette.I am sure this recipe will stay in my recipe box and used regularly."

SunnyByrd

Sep. 4, 2008

"Great! I used apricot-pineapple preserves bc that's what I had. The marinade is awesome - I used about 2/3 of it to marinate and saved 1/3 to glaze the fish after cooking. Also added a little chili oi..." See morel, since we like heat - but the flavor is perfect as is. Thanks! "

Ckelly976

Mar. 12, 2009

"This is the only way I make tuna steaks! excellent recipe, and I've even managed to impress people with it. even good in the middle of winter cooked on a frying pan instead of a grill. fantastic...." See more"

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