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Blackened Seared Ahi Tuna Tacos Recipe

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These Blackened Seared Ahi Tuna Tacos feature perfectly seared, spice-coated ahi tuna steaks served in warm flour tortillas topped with a zesty cumin lime coleslaw. This recipe combines bold Cajun-inspired flavors with fresh, crunchy slaw for a quick, flavorful meal ideal for taco nights or light dinners.

Ingredients

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Blackened Tuna

  • 2 Ahi tuna steaks
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for pan
  • 2 tablespoon Sweet paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon Cayenne pepper (use ¼ teaspoon if you like spicy)

Cumin Lime Coleslaw

  • 8–10 oz mixed green and purple cabbage (bagged shredded cabbage works great)
  • 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon cumin plus more to taste
  • 2 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¼ cup green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoon sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a healthier option)
  • 2 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • Kosher salt and pepper to taste (about ½ teaspoon each)

Additional

  • 6 flour tortillas, warmed

Instructions

  1. Warm the tortillas: Wrap the 6 flour tortillas tightly in aluminum foil and place them in a preheated oven at 270°F. Keep warm until ready to serve.
  2. Prepare the cumin lime coleslaw: In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, cumin, chopped cilantro, and green onions. Add the shredded cabbage mix and squeeze fresh lime juice over the top. Season with kosher salt and pepper. Mix well to combine. Adjust cumin seasoning to taste. Let sit to allow flavors to meld and the mixture to moisten.
  3. Make the blackened seasoning: In a small bowl, mix together sweet paprika, chili powder, kosher salt, and cayenne pepper.
  4. Sear the blackened tuna: Preheat a large, flat bottom pan over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. Pat the ahi tuna steaks dry with paper towels. Press the tuna steaks thoroughly into the blackened seasoning mixture to coat all sides and edges. Place the coated tuna steaks into the hot pan and cook for 1 to 2 minutes on one side. Flip and cook for an additional 1 minute to achieve rare to medium-rare doneness. Remove from heat.
  5. Assemble the tacos: Slice the seared tuna into thin strips. Place the strips inside the warmed tortillas and top with a generous amount of the cumin lime coleslaw. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, increase cayenne pepper in the blackened seasoning to ¼ teaspoon.
  • To reduce calories, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt in the slaw.
  • You can prepare the coleslaw a few hours in advance to enhance the flavor.
  • Ensure the pan is hot before searing tuna to get a nice crust without overcooking inside.
  • Use fresh ahi tuna steaks for best flavor and texture.

Keywords: Ahi Tuna Tacos, Blackened Tuna, Seared Tuna, Tuna Tacos, Spicy Tuna, Cabbage Slaw, Easy Taco Recipe

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