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Seared Ahi Tuna with Blackberry Jalapeno Sauce

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings 2

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons blackberry jam
  • 1 tablespoons minced pickled jalapeno
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 4 oz ahi tuna steaks thawed if frozen
  • coarse black pepper
  • sea salt

Instructions

  • Add the blackberry jam, jalapenos, dijon and lime juice to a blender or processor and blend until smooth. Set aside.
  • Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat for about 2 minutes.
  • Meanwhile generously rub the salt and pepper on both sides of the tuna steaks and along the sides.
  • Melt the butter in the skillet. Add the steaks to the skillet and sear for 1 minute and 30 seconds. Flip and sear an additional 1 minute 30 seconds.
  • Remove from the skillet and let rest a couple minutes. Drizzle with the sauce and serve.