How Do You Cook Rare Tuna Steaks?
Tuna steaks, cooked rare, remain firm in texture, moist and retain more of their true flavor. Rare tuna steaks are best enjoyed when the steaks are high quality and fresh—in other words, they shouldn’t have a “fishy” odor and they should be dark purple to red in color and not previously frozen. Besides its great taste, tuna is a healthy choice because it supplies ample low-fat protein. Heat a grill or frying pan. The temperature should be set on high. Rinse the tuna steaks with water and pat dry with paper towel. Season the tuna steaks with salt and pepper on both sides, and rub the seasoning into the flesh. Heat a grill or frying pan at high heat. Place the tuna steaks on the grill or in the pan, once it is hot. Sear each side of the tuna steak for approximately one minute or until it has turned color. Turn down the heat to medium and continue cooking the tuna steaks. Check the flesh of the tuna steak and watch for it to change color as the fish cooks. The fish will turn a light bro
