Simple Tuna Steak Marinade Recipe

• ¼ cup olive oil, sesame oil, or vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons orange juice, lime juice, lemon juice, or vinegar
• 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 3–4 garlic cloves, grated, or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons gochujang (optional)
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 pound ahi tuna steaks or yellowfin tuna
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
• 2 tablespoons green onions (scallions), thinly sliced, for garnish

1. 1

   In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients except the tuna and stir to incorporate.

2. 2

   Transfer the marinade to a food-safe resealable plastic bag or a shallow baking dish along with the tuna steaks. If using a bag, seal the bag and use your hands to massage the marinade into the meat. If using a baking dish, use tongs to evenly coat the meat in the marinade, then cover in plastic wrap.

3. 3

   Let the tuna marinate in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.

4. 4

   After 1 hour and 30 minutes, preheat a grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.

5. 5

   After 2 hours, remove the tuna steaks from the marinade. Gently pat with paper towels to remove excess marinade.

6. 6

   Grill the tuna steaks until browned in spots and still pink in the center, about 4 minutes per side.

7. 7

   While the tuna grills, pour the remaining marinade into a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Boil the marinade until it reduces and becomes a thick sauce.

8. 8

   Spoon the sauce over the grilled tuna steaks, then garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, and cilantro.

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