Air Fryer Tuna Steak
A quick and healthy recipe for air fryer tuna steak that results in perfectly seared, juicy fish with minimal oil.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces tuna steaks, about 6 ounces each Choose high-quality tuna steaks.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For marinating.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 piece juice of 1 lemon Freshly squeezed.
- Fresh herbs, like parsley or cilantro, for garnish (optional) For garnishing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by patting the tuna steaks dry with a paper towel.
- In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, salt, soy sauce, and lemon juice.
- Coat each tuna steak with the marinade evenly on both sides and allow them to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
Cooking
- Place the marinated tuna steaks in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, checking for doneness.
- Remove the tuna steaks from the air fryer and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
Serving
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and slice the tuna steaks before serving.
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Notes
For best results, use fresh tuna and do not skip the marinating step. Store leftover tuna in an airtight container for up to 3 days.