Grilled Asian Tuna Steaks

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
91%
Grilled Asian Tuna Steaks
20 min.
2
358kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner with a dish that’s not only delicious but also incredibly healthy? Look no further than these Grilled Asian Tuna Steaks! With a remarkable health score of 91, this recipe is perfect for those who want to indulge in a flavorful meal without compromising on nutrition. Packed with protein and low in carbs, these tuna steaks are a fantastic choice for anyone looking to maintain a balanced diet.

The combination of lite soy sauce, garlic, and green onions creates a mouthwatering marinade that infuses the tuna with a delightful Asian flair. The grilling process ensures that the fish remains tender and flaky, while the reserved soy sauce mixture adds an extra layer of flavor when served warm. Plus, this dish is gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences.

In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this impressive main course that serves two, making it ideal for a cozy dinner at home or a quick lunch that will leave you feeling satisfied. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. So fire up the grill and get ready to impress your taste buds with these Grilled Asian Tuna Steaks!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup soya sauce 
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • teaspoon sugar 
  •  garlic clove minced
  •  spring onion finely chopped
  • 16 oz ahi tuna steak ()

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • grill
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. In 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish, combine all ingredients except tuna steaks; mix well.
  2. Add tuna; turn to coat.
  3. Let stand while grill is heating.
  4. Heat gas or charcoal grill. When grill is heated, remove tuna from soy sauce mixture; reserve mixture.
  5. Place tuna on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill 4 to 6 inches from medium coals. Cover grill; cook 10 to 12 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork and is opaque in center, turning once and brushing frequently with soy sauce mixture.
  6. Bring any remaining soy sauce mixture to a boil in small saucepan.
  7. Serve tuna with warm soy sauce mixture.

Nutrition Facts

Calories358kcal
Protein65.08%
Fat29.09%
Carbs5.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
73.55
Glycemic Load
1.97
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
36.794347960016%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.69mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:358.08kcal
17.9%
Fat:11.17g
17.19%
Saturated Fat:2.86g
17.87%
Carbohydrates:5.04g
1.68%
Net Carbohydrates:4.59g
1.67%
Sugar:2.66g
2.95%
Cholesterol:86.18mg
28.73%
Sodium:1711.36mg
74.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:56.26g
112.52%
Vitamin B12:21.39µg
356.45%
Selenium:83.49µg
119.27%
Vitamin B3:20.83mg
104.13%
Vitamin A:5011.05IU
100.22%
Vitamin D:12.93µg
86.18%
Phosphorus:620.57mg
62.06%
Vitamin B6:1.13mg
56.54%
Vitamin B1:0.57mg
38.2%
Vitamin B2:0.62mg
36.58%
Magnesium:127.24mg
31.81%
Vitamin B5:2.52mg
25.22%
Potassium:661.64mg
18.9%
Iron:3.14mg
17.47%
Vitamin E:2.3mg
15.36%
Copper:0.25mg
12.65%
Manganese:0.24mg
11.93%
Vitamin K:12.47µg
11.88%
Zinc:1.55mg
10.31%
Calcium:34.6mg
3.46%
Folate:13.69µg
3.42%
Vitamin C:2.06mg
2.5%
Fiber:0.45g
1.8%