Ingredients:

  • 4 (6 oz / 170g) tuna steaks, approx 1-inch thick
  • 1 tsp (5g) coarse sea salt
  • ½ tsp (2g) cracked black pepper
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp (6g) lemon zest, finely grated
  • 1 tbsp (8g) lemon pepper seasoning
  • 2 cloves (6g) garlic, minced

Instructions:

  1. Pat the tuna steaks completely dry with paper towels to ensure a proper sear.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, zest, lemon pepper seasoning, minced garlic, coarse sea salt, and cracked black pepper.
  3. Place the steaks in a mixing bowl, pour the marinade over them, toss gently to coat, and let sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes.
  4. Preheat your grill or grill pan to high heat until shimmering or slightly smoking.
  5. Place the tuna steaks on the grill, pressing down slightly with tongs for contact.
  6. Grill for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare until a mahogany-colored char forms and the center remains warm pink.
  7. Transfer the steaks to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.