The Kitchn: Here’s how to grill tuna steaks at home
Grilled Tuna Steak
Serves 4
1 pound (1-inch thick) tuna steaks (about 2)
2 teaspoons neutral oil, such as canola, plus more for the grill grates
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper (optional)
1. Heat an outdoor grill for direct, high heat. Scrub the grates if needed. Oil the grill grates with a folded paper towel dipped in neutral oil.
2. Dry 1 pound tuna steaks with paper towels. Rub the tuna with 2 teaspoons neutral oil and season with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper if using.
3. Place the tuna steaks on the grill. Cover and cook until the tuna releases easily from the grill, about 1 1/2 minutes. Using a fish spatula, carefully flip the tuna. Cover and cook until medium-rare, about 1 1/2 minutes more.
Recipe notes: Leftover grilled tuna can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one day. Leftover tuna does not reheat well, but can be eaten cold.
(Meleyna Nomura is a contributor to TheKitchn.com, a nationally known blog for people who love food and home cooking. Submit any comments or questions to editorial@thekitchn.com.)
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