Pan-Seared Tuna Steak with Citrus Soy Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-15 · Updated 2026-06-15

A tender, pan-seared tuna steak topped with a bright citrus and soy glaze, balancing savory and tangy flavors for a satisfying seafood dish. This American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs tuna steak, soy sauce, fresh orange juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 1, 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

• 8 oz tuna steak
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 2 tbsp chopped green onions
• 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
• to taste freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 8 oz tuna steak and season with freshly ground black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then sear the tuna for 2 minutes on each side for medium-rare, adjusting time for desired doneness. Remove and rest.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 2 cloves minced garlic, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp fresh orange juice, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, and 1 tsp sesame oil, simmering for 2-3 minutes until the glaze thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
3. Step 3: Plate the tuna steak and spoon the citrus soy glaze over the top. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped green onions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.