Blackened Tuna Bites With Cajun Mustard Recipe

Sizzle into flavor with these incredible Blackened Tuna Bites! Inspired by a favorite New Jersey restaurant, this recipe delivers a fiery Cajun kick with a creamy mustard dipping sauce. Perfect as a sophisticated appetizer or a light yet satisfying dinner, these blackened tuna bites are guaranteed to impress. Prepare for a taste explosion in just 20 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 341.1 kcal
Protein 71g
Rating 5.0 (12 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Blackened Tuna Bites With Cajun Mustard

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How to Make Blackened Tuna Bites With Cajun Mustard

  1. Pat the tuna steaks dry with paper towels and season generously on both sides with blackened seasoning.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the tuna steaks to the hot skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, or until desired doneness is reached. Internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
  4. Remove the tuna from the skillet and let rest for 2-3 minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
  5. While the tuna rests, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Cajun seasoning, lemon juice, and honey in a small bowl until well combined.
  6. Arrange the sliced tuna bites on a platter and serve immediately with the Cajun mustard dipping sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

26g

Carbs

0g