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Blackened Tuna Steaks

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July 15, 2020 By Sara 8 Comments

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These Blackened Tuna Steaks take less than 10 minutes to make and have so much flavor! Just pair it with your favorite side dishes, use it in tacos, or top it on a salad!

Blackened Tuna Steaks in a skillet

I love blackened fish of any kind. I order it this way every time I’m at a seafood restaurant.

I started experimenting at home with different seasonings so I could recreate restaurant style Blackened Tuna at home.

It took a few tries, but I finally nailed it! 🙂 Alright let’s get into how to make these Blackened Tuna Steaks!

Blackened Tuna Steaks in a skillet

All you need for the blackened seasoning is Paprika, Cayenne, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Oregano, Salt, and Pepper.

This works with literally any type of fish or shrimp. You could even use this on chicken or beef too!

Just mix the spices together and rub both sides of the Tuna to evenly coat it. Add Coconut Oil to a large cast iron skillet, heat on med/high heat

When oil is melted and shimmering add Tuna Steaks. Cook 1-2 minutes each side for rare, or 3-4 minutes for medium to well done Remove from skillet and serve immediately.

Blackened Tuna Steaks on a bed of red cabbage with avocado

I decided to keep it light and serve it over some Red Cabbage and Avocado slices. It was absolutely delicious!

I’ve also paired this with my Roasted Garlic Cauliflower, so good!

 

If you like this recipe, try my other recipes with this Blackened Seasoning:

Blackened Mahi Mahi Tacos with Mango Slaw

Blackened Mahi Mahi Sandwhich

Blackened Chicken Caesar Salad

Blackened Tuna Steaks on a salad

If you try this recipe let me know what you think! Leave a comment below, rate it, share it on social media, or take a picture and tag it tastefulventure on Instagram! I LOVE seeing what you guys cook up. 🙂

Cheers!

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These Blackened Tuna Steaks take less than 10 minutes to make and have so much flavor! Just pair it with your favorites side dishes, or top it on a salad!

  • Author: Sara
  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: 8
  • Total Time: 13 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Cuisine: Seafood

Ingredients

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  • 4 Tuna Steaks
  • 3 Tbs Coconut Oil
  • 2 Tbs ground Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp ground Cayenne
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried Oregano
  • 2 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl combine Paprika, Cayenne, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Oregano, Salt, and Pepper
  2. Spread mixture evenly over each Tuna Steak coating all sides
  3. Add Coconut Oil to a large cast iron skillet, heat on med/high heat
  4. When oil is melted and shimmering add Tuna Steaks
  5. Cook 1-2 minutes each side for rare, or 3-4 minutes for medium to well done
  6. Remove from skillet and serve immediately
  7. Enjoy!

Keywords: Blackened Tuna Steaks, tuna, tuna steaks, blackened tuna, fish, seafood, gluten free

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  1. Patricia Jones

    July 21, 2020 at 6:26 am

    This is an amazing side dish Sara….and it looks soo yummy & more delicious, loved your pictures as well…i will trying to making tonight…..Thanks for sharing….!

    ★★★★★

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    • Sara

      July 21, 2020 at 10:24 am

      Thanks Patricia! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Mari Zsigo

    June 7, 2021 at 10:04 pm

    This is so good! I had to do a few substitutions. I used regular cooking and no onion powder. I cooked it for 4 minutes on the first side and that was too long, I did two minutes on the other side. I put it on a bed of romaine lettuce with sliced avocados and added a touch of balsamic vinegar. Delicious. I will make this again.

    ★★★★★

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    • Sara

      June 9, 2021 at 12:29 pm

      So glad you liked it Mari!

      Reply
  3. Gordon

    December 15, 2021 at 7:41 pm

    Cook time is too long, you’re overcooking your tuna and ruining it.

    ★★

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    • Sara

      December 16, 2021 at 9:41 am

      Hi Gordon,

      Take a look at the recipe card, there are different cook times depending on how rare or well done you like yours cooked.

      Reply
    • Pierre Pensis

      May 9, 2022 at 9:30 am

      I don’t have coconut oil can I substitute for olive oil and if so how much olive oil would I use

      Reply
      • Sara

        May 10, 2022 at 8:39 am

        Yes you can use the same amount of olive oil instead.

        Reply

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