Pan-Seared Ahi Tuna with Wasabi Soy Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-12 · Updated 2026-07-12

Fresh ahi tuna steaks pan-seared rare and finished with a tangy wasabi soy glaze for a quick Japanese-inspired seafood dish. This Japanese-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs ahi tuna steaks, soy sauce, mirin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, 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

• 2 (6 oz each) ahi tuna steaks
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp mirin
• 1 tsp wasabi paste
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp for garnish green onions, sliced
• 1 tsp for garnish sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tsp wasabi paste, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger until smooth to create the wasabi soy glaze.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Pat dry the 2 ahi tuna steaks and sear for 1.5 minutes on each side for rare, or longer to desired doneness.
3. Step 3: Remove tuna from the pan and brush generously with the wasabi soy glaze. Let rest for 2 minutes.
4. Step 4: Slice the tuna steaks into 1/4-inch slices, drizzle any remaining glaze on top, and garnish with 1 tbsp sliced green onions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.