Yellow Fin Tuna is often called "Ahi Tuna" from its Hawaiian name, although the word Ahi can also mean the closely related Bigeye Tuna. I picked up these steaks from Costco and decided to make them last night. I started by making a marinade with soy sauce, toasted sesame seed oil, and Siracha. If you don't like spicy food, go easy on the Siracha.
After about 20 minutes I turned them over and let the other side soak for 20 minutes. Then I put them in a hot skillet with a little olive oil. Make sure your skillet is hot when you put them in otherwise they will stick and fall to pieces. After a quick sear (about one and a half to two minutes) I turned them.
Depending on how you like your Tuna, you can shorten the time on the next step, I was in the mood for a completely cooked through steak last night so after i flipped them i put the whole pan in the oven for 10 minutes at 350 degrees. If you want a medium rare 2 to 3 minutes is perfect. Quick note when you put the pan in the oven don't forget the whole thing has been in there, including the handle. After I pulled it out of the oven, I forgot that and grabbed the handle to steady the pan as I removed the steaks... ouch!!! I like a lot of heat on my food so i topped it with a squeeze of Siracha and enjoyed.
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