How do you cook tuna steaks in the oven

What are tuna?

A member of the mackerel family, tuna are mainly found in the world's warmer oceans. They can grow to a huge size (up to 700kg) and their meaty flesh is distinctively flaky and firm with a rich, strong flavour, the consequence of its comparatively high oil content. Tuna is mainly sold as steaks. It dries out quite quickly, so should be cooked very briefly over a high heat; marinated before cooking; or simmered in a sauce.

There are many different varieties of tuna but, largely as a consequence of prolonged overfishing, only a handful of these are commercially available - and most of those that are available are considered to be endangered to the point of extinction (Mediterranean and Atlantic) or in decline, particularly bluefin.

Read more about responsible fishing at Seafish and Marine Stewardship Council.

Availability of tuna

All year round, but at their best when in season, starting from May going through to early September (according to variety).

Choose the best tuna

As tuna are oily, they go off quickly, so need to be very fresh. When buying tuna steaks, look for those that have been trimmed neatly, with firm, dense red or dark red flesh and a meaty aroma.

Avoid those with strong discolouration around the bone, or which have a dull, brownish cast. Thicker-cut steaks will stay juicier during the cooking process.

Among the best types of tuna are bluefin (which is particularly highly prized and also endangered, so think carefully before you buy), yellowfin, and albacore. Bonito, which falls into a category somewhere between tuna and mackerel, but which is generally classed as a tuna, is also highly sought-after.

Tuna is also available tinned. Albacore is one of the best types sold this way. Skipjack (which, like bonito, is a somewhere between tuna and mackerel, but classed as a tuna) is the most commonly tinned variety. Tinned tuna is available packed in water, brine, vegetable oil or olive oil (with the last being the best).

While it's important to make sure that your tinned tuna is marked as 'dolphin friendly' (which means that it was caught by line rather than by net, in which dolphins and other marine life can become tangled up) or even 'bird friendly' (unless tuna fishing lines are tagged with coloured 'scare tapes', birds fail to spot them and can become trapped), it's equally as important to see whether the tuna is bluefin, yellowfin, albacore or skipjack.

To find out more about many types of endangered fish, try reading The End of the Line, by Charles Clover.

How to prepare tuna

Tuna steaks should not be washed before cooking - just pat them dry with some kitchen paper. Tinned tuna should be drained before use.

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How to store tuna

For fresh tuna, remove any packaging, wipe with kitchen paper, put on a plate, then cover with clingfilm and put on the bottom shelf of the fridge. Consume within a day. Tinned tuna should be stored in a cool, dark place. After opening, it should be transferred to a non-metal, airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

How to cook tuna

Barbecue, grill or pan fry (up to 2 mins each side). Bake, wrapped in oiled foil (10-15 mins). Braise (10-15 mins).

Read our guide on how to cook tuna steaks.

Also browse our tuna recipes.

Alternatives to tuna

Try herring, tilapia or mackerel.

There are many different types of tuna steaks, but one of the easiest is the Baked Tuna Steak. The tuna steak is an excellent alternative to traditional beef, and is often served as a main dish. It’s quick and easy to make and is a delicious dinner option. To make the Baked Tonasteak, you should start by making a marinade. You can use olive oil, lemon juice, crushed garlic, and a little bit of teriyaki sauce.

Baked Tuna Steak Recipes

Contents

• 1 Baked Tuna Steak Recipes
  • 1.1 Orange Flavored Baked Tuna Steak
  • 1.2 Other ways to making Baked Tuna Steak
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• Grease your baking tray and preheat the oven to 380 degrees F.

• Arrange the potato halves on the baking tray.

• Add some salt, pepper on top of the potatoes.

• Coat the tuna steaks with garlic, cumin, salt, pepper, orange juice, and paprika.

• Arrange them on the baking tray.

• Add the orange slices and butter around the tuna.

• Bake for 15 minutes. Carefully flip the tuna.

• Bake for another 15 minutes. Serve.

A simple tuna steak is delicious and nutritious. To make it, just take a few minutes to prep the vegetables. Then, place the steak on a baking sheet. It should be cooked to your preferred degree. A fresh tuna steak is best served medium-rare, while a well-done one is more tender and juicy. When you're baking it, you can also drizzle it with olive oil and add a splash of teriyaki sauce.

Serving: 4servings | Calories: 313kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: 763mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 3854IU | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 3mg

This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the Spoonacular Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.

Other ways to making Baked Tuna Steak

To make the marinade, mix orange juice, soy sauce, and olive oil. Add a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside for 30 minutes. Preheat the grill to high. Lightly oil the grill grate and add the tuna steaks. Cook them for about 20 minutes for rare or 40 minutes for medium. If you like your tuna steaks rare, you can skip the second step and continue to cook the steaks for another 10-15 minutes.

When cooking tuna steaks, it’s important to keep the internal temperature at 145 degrees F. You can check this by using a meat thermometer, but if you’re unsure, you can poke the steaks with a fork to see if they’re done. When you have a good feeling about your cooked tuna steaks, you can remove them from the oven and enjoy them with a side dish of your favorite vegetables.

After marinating the tuna steak, place it in an airtight container. Cover it with plastic wrap and let it sit for 30 minutes. Once the steaks are ready, remove them from the bag and serve them on a warm plate. Then, you can serve them with a dipping sauce. For a richer taste, you can use a spicy mustard sauce. You can use the dipping sauce as the second step in cooking the tuna steak.

Once you’ve seasoned the tuna, you can cook it in a skillet. A heavy skillet with high heat is recommended. During this time, add the tuna to the pan. If the fish is cooked to your liking, it will be incredibly tender and juicy. You can also add some vegetables, such as asparagus and parmesan, if you like. If you’re a fan of a particular flavor, try adding it to the marinade.

To make a Baked Tuna Steak, you need to prepare it ahead of time. You can marinate the tuna in a heavy pan for several hours. Then, you can bake the tuna steak until it reaches the desired temperature. It should be rare to medium. Then, you can serve it with a side of mashed potatoes. It is delicious both hot and cold. This recipe is also good for lunches.

The Baked version of Tuna Steak is another option. Just place the tuna steak on a baking sheet and brush it with butter or olive oil. Then, season it as desired. After letting it marinate for 30 minutes, you can put it on the grill and cook it for four to six minutes per half inch of thickness. Ensure that it’s still pink in the middle. If you’re not sure whether the fish is done, use a meat thermometer to measure the temperature.

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