Authentic Grilled Tuna with Miso Glaze
A Japanese-inspired dish featuring seared tuna glazed with a savory-sweet miso sauce, perfect with a side of pickled vegetables. This japanese-inspired quick meals ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) tuna steaks, mirin, sake for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) tuna steaks
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 2 tbsp sake
- 1 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup, sliced green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp mirin, 2 tbsp sake, 1 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp sesame oil to create the glaze.
- Step 2: Place 4 tuna steaks on a plate and brush both sides with the glaze. Let marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to high heat. Place the tuna on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the edges are crispy and the center is slightly pink.
- Step 4: While the tuna rests, prepare the garnish by sautéing 1/4 cup sliced green onions in a small pan over medium heat until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Step 5: Serve the grilled tuna hot, garnished with the sautéed green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Authentic Grilled Tuna with Miso Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Authentic Grilled Tuna with Miso Glaze?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) tuna steaks from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Authentic Grilled Tuna with Miso Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Authentic Grilled Tuna with Miso Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Authentic Grilled Tuna with Miso Glaze?
Japanese quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 10-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better quick meals dishes though.
