Ingredients:

  • 2 (6 oz / 170g) Ahi tuna steaks
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves (10g) garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp (5g) dried oregano
  • ½ tsp (3g) kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp (1g) cracked black pepper
  • 1 tbsp (15g) fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) melted butter

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, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Brush the marinade generously over all sides of the tuna and let it sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes.
  4. Preheat a grill or cast iron grill pan over high heat until shimmering or slightly smoking.
  5. Place tuna steaks on the grates, pressing down lightly; grill for 2–3 minutes per side for medium-rare until a deep mahogany crust forms.
  6. Transfer tuna to a warm plate and brush with melted butter if using.
  7. Let the steaks rest for 5 minutes, garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.