Tender tuna steaks are marinated in a zesty blend of soy sauce, lemon and garlic, then grilled to perfection and finished with a rich homemade herb butter. This simple yet elegant recipe is perfect for a summer barbecue or a light, flavour-packed dinner.
Cook time: Approximately 1 hour 5 minutes
Serves: 8
Ingredients
Herb Butter
- ½ cup margarine or butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons minced green onion, including tops
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon
Tuna Steaks
- 8 tuna steaks
- ½ cup canola oil
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon minced fresh garlic
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Method
- Prepare the herb butter. In a small bowl, combine the margarine, mustard, onion, parsley and tarragon. Set aside for flavors to blend.
- In a small bowl, combine oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, zest, garlic, and pepper. Reserve ⅓ cup.
- Place steaks in a single layer in a shallow baking dish. Pour remaining marinade over them. Marinate in the refrigerator for 45 minutes, turning once.
- Place steaks in a well-greased, hinged wire grill. Cook about 4 inches from heat until done on one side, about 6 minutes. Baste top side with reserved marinade and turn. Cook until done, about 6 minutes. Place on a serving dish and spread with herb butter
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