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Tuna Steak

Uzma AhsanMarch 30, 2023Fine Cooking Recipes No comments:

There’s no reason to save Tuna Steaks for eating out, make them yourself for a gourmet restaurant experience in the comfort of your home. Not only are they full of healthy nutrients, they are delicious and a real treat any day of the week.

I love all things sushi. If sushi is on the menu, I am definitely ordering it! I love tuna especially. I never really cooked with tuna at home because I thought it would be too difficult to cook, and I didn’t want to mess it up. But it’s actually easier to work with than you think! You’ll fall in love with these tuna steaks. Then you’ll have to try this Seared Ahi Tuna, this delicious Tuna Melt, and this yummy Poke Bowl with Tuna.

Tuna Steak

Tuna steaks are the best addition to any salad (especially this Asian Ramen Salad), or just served on top of some rice along with garlic edamame. They are so juicy and flavorful, and a great dish to serve for a special occasion. You can actually find tuna for a great price, which makes this dish a great option any day of the week. I ended up making this recipe twice in one week because we all loved it so much!

I answer a lot of questions about what kind of tuna to choose and how to pick out the best piece in my tip box below. The best part about this recipe is it takes just minutes to cook! If you didn’t want to let it marinade, you can have these stakes ready in under 10 minutes. It’s flavorful and really unique! You can add more to the meal to make it more filling. I prefer serving them with instant pot rice and air fryer green beans.

Ingredients

You could get away with less ingredients than this, but I like to make a yummy marinade for these tuna steaks. It’s fun to add different flavors because you get a whole new experience each time. You could add things like honey, sesame seeds, parsley, and cayenne pepper. I love switching up the flavors all the time. You can find the measurements below in the recipe card.

Water: This is to make the marinade.
Lemon Juice: Acid goes great with tuna, and helps to bring out all the amazing flavors.
Soy Sauce: Soy sauce is a fermented bean sauce that is salty and full of flavor. You can choose a low sodium version if you are worried about the salt content.
Sesame Oil: It’s nutty and so flavorful, you’re going to love it!
Cardamom: This adds warmth and sweetness to the dish.
Thyme: Fresh or dried thyme goes great with tuna.
Pepper: Freshly ground black pepper has more flavor, I always use it in the recipes that call for pepper.
Garlic: Garlic cloves are the perfect pair with these other ingredients.
Tuna Steaks: You should be able to find tuna steaks at your local grocery store in the fish section. Mine were a little less than an inch thick.

Process photos showing how to make the marinade and cook the tuna.

Tuna Steak Recipe

If you are confident cooking a regular steak, then you are overqualified for cooking a tuna steak. All you do is marinade and sear on a skillet! I prefer to use my cast iron, but a non-stick skillet will work great. Make sure that you pay attention to how thick your steak is because a thinner steak will cook faster, and a thicker steak may need a few more minutes on both sides. If you are cooking on a grill, then they will likely cook faster than on the skillet. The steaks should be seared on the outside and medium-rare on the inside.

Mix Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine your water, lemon juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, cardamom, thyme, and minced garlic. Then mix until well combined.
Add Marinade to Steaks: Pour your marinade into a large plastic bag and then place your tuna steaks in the bag with the marinade. Push out as much air as you can and thoroughly coat the steaks in the marinade.
Marinade for 20 Mins: Allow the tuna steaks to marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature.
Cook in Skillet: Heat a skillet over medium high heat, once the steaks are marinated and ready, then remove them from the bag and then place them on the heated skillet, cook each side for about 2 minutes. Brush the steaks with more of the marinade as they cook to add more flavor.
Rest: Once you have cooked both sides of each steak remove them from the skillet, the internal temperature should reach 125 degrees fahrenheit. Allow them to rest for 2 minutes, they will continue to cook while they rest.
Eat: Enjoy fresh!

Tips for Making Tuna Steak

I think we’ve all assumed that tuna steaks are hard to cook and expensive. Now that we know differently, here are a few more tips to make this recipe a huge hit. You and your family are going to love this one!

Type of Skillet: I prefer to use my cast iron skillet. I have a very well-seasoned skillet which makes it pretty non-stick. Fish can stick to the pan if your pan isn’t hot enough and properly seasoned. Make sure to follow the instructions with the heat, or use a non-stick skillet if you are worried. The last thing you want is half of your steak sticking to the bottom of the pan!
Choosing Tuna Steaks: If you have never bought a tuna steak before, don’t be intimidated! They should be in the seafood section at your local grocery store. You can even find them for a good price most of the time. The color should be a nice dark pink. If it is turning brown or looks dull and matte, then that is an older steak and won’t taste as good. The steaks I chose were 4 ounces each and about an inch or ¾ of an inch thick. If you choose a thinner steak, you will not need to cook them for as long to get them to the perfect temperature. Make sure to not overcook your steak or it can become chewy and dry, and way less flavorful. Any kind of tuna will work, I prefer sushi-grade tuna like ahi tuna, bigeye tuna, yellowfin tuna, or bluefin tuna.

A close up on the dish with a fork taking a slice.

Storing Leftovers

Tuna steaks are best eaten fresh. You definitely don’t want to be making these ahead of time for your guests. If you do have leftovers, then here is how to store them.

In the Refrigerator: Store your leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Tuna Steak

There's no reason to save Tuna Steaks for eating out, make them yourself for a gourmet restaurant experience in the comfort of your home. Not only are they full of healthy nutrients, they are delicious and a real treat any day of the week.

Course Dinner

Cuisine American, Asian American

Keyword ahi tuna steaks, tuna steak

Prep Time 30 minutes

Cook Time 4 minutes

Total Time 34 minutes

Servings people

Calories 189kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

¼ cup water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
¼ cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon cardamom
1 teaspoon thyme
½ teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic minced
4 4 ounce tuna steaks

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine your water, lemon juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, cardamom, thyme, and minced garlic. Mix until well combined.
Pour your marinade into a large plastic bag and place your tuna steaks in the bag with the marinade. Push out as much air as you can and thoroughly coat the steaks in the marinade.
Allow the tuna steaks to marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature.
Heat a skillet over medium high heat, once the steaks are marinated and ready, remove them from the bag and place them on the heated skillet, cook each side for about 2 minutes. Brush the steaks with more of the marinade as they cook to add more flavor.
Once you have cooked both sides of each steak remove them from the skillet, the internal temperature should reach 125 degrees fahrenheit. Allow them to rest for 2 minutes, they will continue to cook while they rest.
Enjoy fresh!

Nutrition

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Korean Strawberry Milk

Uzma AhsanMarch 29, 2023Fine Cooking Recipes No comments:

Homemade Korean strawberry milk is a sweet and fruity treat that is sure to satisfy your taste buds. The blend of fresh strawberries and creamy milk creates a perfectly balanced flavor that is both indulgent and refreshing. Sipping on a glass of this cute and tasty beverage brings the café culture of Seoul straight to your kitchen!

With the temperatures rising slowly but surely, it’s time to break out all of the refreshing drink recipes! Some of my favorites are Brazilian lemonade, a mango lassi, or a mint julep! Check out my full list of beverages here for more ideas.

2 glasses of strawberry milk served on a wooden board.

Homemade Korean Strawberry Milk

My younger sister went to university in Korea, and one of the things she would always talk about was how amazing the cafes there were. She would send us pictures of all of the cute drinks, cakes, and pastries. The presentation was always beautiful! In Korea, cafe culture is huge. There’s even a name for it! “Hu-sik” is a term used for dessert, snacks, (or in this case drinks) that you have after dinner. It usually means going out for coffee and socializing with friends. Coffee and tea are both popular choices, but flavored milk is a unique offering in Korean cafes. It’s so delicious, you’re going to love it!

Some of the popular flavors of milk drinks you’ll see are banana, melon, and strawberry. Don’t knock it ‘til you try it! To start off your new obsession, today’s recipe is for delicious strawberry milk. It’s super creamy, refreshing, and filled with chunks of juicy strawberry. The fresh strawberry flavor is out of this world! Plus, it’s beyond easy to make. You’ll have to try it out with all of your favorite fruits.

Ingredients Needed

This is everything I used to make this Korean strawberry milk! I wanted my drink to be creamy but still refreshing and filled with fruity flavor. Feel free to adjust yours to taste! If you’re looking for exact measurements, they can all be found in the recipe card below.

Strawberries: The star of the show! You will want these to be hulled and chopped. Some of them will be made into a puree while others will be left in chunks to give the drink delicious texture.
Granulated Sugar: To make the drink nice and sweet. You could also use simple syrup, maple syrup, honey, or agave. If you’re looking to cut down your sugar intake, you can also use Stevia or monkfruit sweetener.
Lemon Juice: Just a splash to brighten up the overall flavor of the Korean strawberry milk.
Vanilla Extract: Adds a warm, sweet flavor to the drink. I recommend using pure vanilla extract or making your own blend for best results.
Milk: I used 2% milk, but this recipe is super easy to make dairy-free. Feel free to use your favorite nut milk here! Check out my tips section below for more ideas.
Additional Chopped Strawberries: (Optional) for garnish if desired. After all, the presentation is a huge component in making Korean-inspired drinks!

How to Make Korean Strawberry Milk

It’s so easy! Basically, what we’re going to do is make a strawberry puree, and then combine that with the rest of our ingredients to create the most creamy and delicious drink ever!

Add Ingredients to Pot: Combine strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla in a medium-sized pot.
Cook and Stir: Cook strawberry mixture over medium-low heat for about 15-20 minutes. Stir frequently until the berries release their juices and the sauce starts to thicken.
Cool: Remove from heat and allow the strawberry jam to cool on the counter or in the refrigerator. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
Add to Glass: To assemble the strawberry milk, add ¼ cup of strawberry sauce to a tall glass. I like to smear the sauce around the inside of the glass to make it pretty! Add additional diced strawberries at this time if you would like.
Pour in Milk: Pour milk into the glass stirring to incorporate the sauce throughout the milk and enjoy!

Collage of strawberries being made into puree.

Tips and Variations

Korean strawberry milk is so easy to customize. You can easily make it vegan and also switch up the flavors to personal preference! No matter how you prepare it, I know you will love this refreshing Korean drink as much as I do!

Dairy-Free Milk Alternatives: Korean strawberry milk is so easy to make vegan! My favorite milk is light coconut milk because it adds refreshing coconut flavor. (Pink drink, anyone?) Full-fat coconut milk doesn’t blend as well but it’s very creamy! Just know that most non-dairy milk alternatives are more watery so the result of your drink will be different. You’ll have to test out different milks to see what your favorite is! Try: almond milk (unsweetened or vanilla), soy milk (great for creaminess!) cashew milk or almond milk, oat milk, or rice milk!
Adding Other Flavors: Hybrid drinks are super popular in Korea. One popular combo is strawberry milk that has been layered with matcha green tea. Not only is it beautiful with the green and pink colors, but it tastes amazing! It’s earthy, creamy, and sweet!
The Best Straws to Use: In Korea, these types of drinks are served with big straws similar to what you’d get with bubble tea. This way, you get delicious chunks of strawberry in each sip!
Toppings: Try adding in tapioca pearls to make strawberry boba, or popping pearls for an extra burst of juicy flavor! You can typically find these online or at your local Asian market. A scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream is great too if you want something sweeter!

Adding chopped strawberries to a glass cup.