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A Coconut Crusted Tuna Steak on a plate with broccoli.
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Coconut Crusted Tuna Steak

Full of citrus and toasted coconut flavor, this coconut crusted tuna steak is as easy to make as it is delicious!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
chilling time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Fish and Seafood, main course seafood
Cuisine: Asian Inspired
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 480kcal

Ingredients

For the tuna steaks:

  • 3 4-5 ounce tuna steaks
  • 2 tablespoons prepared ponzu sauce
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 cup unsweetened flaked coconut
  • 1 cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons coconut oil or other light colored oil. Not olive oil.

For the Dipping sauce:

  • 3 tablespoons prepared hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon prepared ponzu sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest

Instructions

  • In a shallow dish or pan, pour 3 tablespoons ponzu and 2 tablespoons orange juice over the tuna steaks. 
  • Season the steaks to taste with salt and pepper. 
  • Flip to coat both sides of the fish with the sauce.
  • Set aside and allow the steaks to marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  • In another shallow dish or bowl, combine the coconut flakes, panko, orange zest, ginger, ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Mix well to combine.
  • Press the marinated tuna steaks firmly into the coconut coating to coat all sides. 
  • Place the coated steaks on a plate or baking sheet and refrigerate the coated steaks for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, mix the sauce ingredients in a small bowl and chill.
  • In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. 
  • Add the coated tuna steaks and cook on both sides until your preferred doneness (approximately 5 minutes per side, for medium doneness).
  • Serve hot along with the chilled sauce for dipping.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 32g | Sodium: 1531mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 8g