seared ahi tuna steaks

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Seared Ahi Tuna Steaks

INGREDIENTS :

    1. 2 (5 ounce) ahi tuna steaks
    2. 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    3. ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (Optional)
    4. ½ tablespoon butter
    5. 2 tablespoons olive oil
    6. 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns

Recipe Description

  1. Pat tuna steaks dry and season on both sides with salt and cayenne pepper.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add olive oil and pepper corns; cook until peppercorns soften and pop, about 5 minutes.
  4. Gently place seasoned tuna in the skillet and cook to desired doneness, anywhere from 30 seconds to 1 1/2 minutes per side.
  5. Slice tuna into 1/4-inch thick slices to serve.