Balsamic Tuna Recipe

This recipe delivers restaurant-quality balsamic glazed tuna steaks in just 16 minutes! Perfectly seared tuna with a rich, tangy balsamic glaze – a quick, elegant, and impressive weeknight meal.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 16 mins
Calories 289.1 kcal
Protein 79g
Rating 4.7 (17 Reviews)
Balsamic Tuna

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Balsamic Tuna

  • Tuna Steaks
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Olive Oil
  • Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice

How to Make Balsamic Tuna

  1. Season tuna steaks generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. The oil should shimmer when ready.
  3. Add tuna steaks to the hot skillet and cook for 2 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer depending on your desired doneness. The tuna will continue to cook slightly after it is removed from the pan.
  4. Remove tuna steaks from skillet and set aside on a plate.
  5. Add balsamic vinegar and orange juice to the skillet. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  6. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid reduces and thickens into a syrupy glaze (about 3-4 minutes). To check for doneness, drag a spoon through the sauce; the path should not fill in quickly.
  7. Drizzle the balsamic glaze generously over the tuna steaks and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

13g

Carbs

1g