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    Spicy Cilantro-Lime Tuna Recipe

    Last Modified: Jan 18, 2023 by Paleo Leaper · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Forget your inhibitions about cooking a flawless fish dish, and just dive right in! It's easy if you know what you are doing and, in that case, dinner is sure to be an absolute success.

    Spicy Cilantro-Lime Tuna

    To get started, you need to know a little about buying and preparing the fish, in this case, ahi tuna. We all know the tuna that comes from a can. However, nothing can beat a seared tuna steak.

    Ahi tuna is a yellowfin tuna found in the tropical and subtropical oceans of the world. The fish itself can reach swimming speeds of up to 50 miles an hour, allowing them to out-swim and escape from their sea predators, but one must consider at this point how fish are sustainably harvested to understand the full picture - where to buy fresh tuna, what to look for and should we consume fish at all.

    Tuna, like all other fish, boasts high levels of Omega-3 fats and selenium, the latter an essential nutrient that supports thyroid function. On a "how to cook" level, tuna is best lightly seared on each side, leaving it pink in the middle, just warm and nearly raw.

    For this, you will want to purchase the highest quality and freshest fish you can find. Place the raw tuna in the fridge immediately after returning from the store and let it come to room temperature for 20 minutes before cooking.

    Let the tuna take center stage and serve it with a simple side dish. You can even steal the cilantro-lime avocado salsa recipe from our chicken dish to add as an accompaniment. In fact, we encourage you to try it, and we know you will be pleased!

    Spicy Cilantro-Lime Tuna Recipe

    Serves: 4 Prep: 12 min Cook: 8 min

    Ingredients

    • 4 ahi tuna steaks
    • 1 tsp. cumin
    • 1 tsp. paprika
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • Juice from 1 lime
    • ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
    • 1 tbsp. hot pepper sauce
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
    Spicy Cilantro-Lime Tuna Recipe Preparation

    Preparation

    1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
    2. In a bowl, combine the cumin, paprika, minced garlic, olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, and hot pepper sauce.
    3. Season the tuna steaks to taste with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
    4. Brush the seasoned tuna steaks with the cilantro-lime sauce.
    5. Place the tuna on the grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side.
    6. Let rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.

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    Spicy Cilantro-Lime Tuna Recipe

    Spicy Cilantro-Lime Tuna Recipe

    Ahi tuna steaks lightly seared to perfection with a spicy cilantro-lime sauce, mouth-wateringly complimented by a piquant avocado salsa.
    4.50 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 12 minutes mins
    Cook Time 8 minutes mins
    Total Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 375 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 ahi tuna steaks
    • 1 tsp. cumin
    • 1 tsp. paprika
    • 2 garlic cloves minced
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • Juice from 1 lime
    • ½ cup fresh cilantro chopped
    • 1 tbsp. hot pepper sauce

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the grill to medium heat.
    • In a bowl, combine the cumin, paprika, minced garlic, olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, and hot pepper sauce.
      1 tsp. cumin, 1 tsp. paprika, 2 garlic cloves, ¼ cup olive oil, Juice from 1 lime, ½ cup fresh cilantro, 1 tbsp. hot pepper sauce
    • Season the tuna steaks to taste with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
      4 ahi tuna steaks
    • Brush the seasoned tuna steaks with the cilantro-lime sauce.
    • Place the tuna on the grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side.
    • Let rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 375kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 40gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 168mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 4475IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 3mg
    Keyword lime, spicy cilantro, tuna
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    Filed Under: Paleo Fish and Seafood Recipes, Paleo Recipes Tagged With: cooking: fast cook, cooking: fast prep, cooking: grill, diet: dairy-free, diet: egg-free, diet: low-fodmap, diet: no sweeteners, diet: nut-free, diet: shellfish-free, Paleo Dinner Recipes, Paleo Low-Carb Recipes

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