Description
Seared Tuna Steaks with Lemon, Caper & Parsley Butter is a quick and elegant seafood dish featuring fresh tuna steaks seared to perfection and topped with a vibrant, tangy butter sauce made from lemon juice, capers, and parsley. This recipe is perfect for a healthy and flavorful meal in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Tuna Steaks
- 800g-1kg fresh tuna steaks
- Olive oil, for brushing
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Lemon, Caper & Parsley Butter
- 100g salted butter
- 3 tablespoons baby capers
- 2½ tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
For Garnish
- Caperberries
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare Tuna: Pat the tuna steaks dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which will help achieve a better sear.
- Season Tuna: Brush both sides of the tuna steaks evenly with olive oil. Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Heat Pan: Preheat a large griddle or non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- Sear Tuna: Place the tuna steaks in the hot pan and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, depending on thickness. For rare to medium-rare doneness with a pink center, remove the steaks from heat promptly as they will continue cooking with residual heat.
- Make Lemon Caper Butter: In a small saucepan, gently melt the salted butter over low heat. Once melted, add the baby capers, chopped fresh parsley, and fresh lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to meld the flavors, then remove from heat.
- Serve: Transfer the seared tuna steaks to serving plates. Spoon the warm lemon caper butter generously over the top. Garnish with whole caperberries and lemon wedges on the side for added zest and presentation.
Notes
- Use fresh tuna steaks for the best texture and flavor; sashimi-grade tuna is ideal.
- Adjust cooking time based on steak thickness and your preferred doneness.
- Be careful not to overcook the tuna to maintain a tender and moist center.
- The lemon caper butter can be made ahead and gently reheated before serving.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.
