Description
Deliciously seared tuna steaks cooked to perfection in an air fryer, retaining their moisture and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tuna steaks (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the mixture evenly on both sides of the tuna steaks.
- Place the tuna steaks in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, depending on your desired doneness.
- Remove from the air fryer and let rest for a minute.
- Serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- For a medium-rare finish, aim for an internal temperature of 130°F (54°C).
- Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of your tuna steaks.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or over a salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 8
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tuna steak
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 0
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 30
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