Spicy Sriracha Grilled Tuna Steak

A supremely flaky yet juicy tuna steak that's as easy to make as it is delicious. The secret? A simple marinade of coconut aminos, sriracha, garlic, and ginger, which gives the fish a beautiful crust and a tender interior. Serve with a sprinkling of sesame seeds and green onions for a complete meal.

Tuna steak is a summertime staple, but it can be tricky to get it right. Overcook it, and it becomes dry and tough; undercook it, and it's raw in the middle. But with this recipe, you can't go wrong. The marinade not only adds flavor, but it also helps to keep the fish moist and tender. And because it only takes 30 minutes to marinate, you can have a delicious tuna steak on the table in no time.

Prep time: 35 | Cook time: 6 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 2 tuna steaks
• 2 tbsp coconut aminos
• 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1/2 tsp sesame oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Sesame seeds for garnish
• Sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, mix coconut aminos, sriracha sauce, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Marinate the tuna steaks in the mixture for 30 minutes.
3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
4. Grill the tuna steaks for 2-3 minutes per side for rare to medium-rare doneness.
5. Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes.
6. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Why It Works

• The coconut aminos in the marinade adds a pleasant, slightly sweet flavor to the tuna.
• The sriracha sauce adds a touch of heat, which balances out the sweetness of the coconut aminos.
• The garlic and ginger add a savory depth of flavor to the marinade.
• The sesame oil adds a subtle nutty flavor and helps to keep the fish moist.
• The salt and pepper help to enhance the natural flavor of the tuna.