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air fryer tuna recipes

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If you’ve ever thought that tuna was just for sandwiches or salads, think again! Air fryer tuna recipes can transform this humble fish into a crispy, flavorful dish that’ll impress your family and friends. From tuna steaks to tuna burgers, there’s so much you can do with it. Let's dive into delicious, healthy, and quick meals that you can whip up in an air fryer!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, seafood
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tuna steaks about 6 oz each
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon for garnish
  • Substitutions: If you don't have tuna steaks you can use canned tuna, but the cooking method will change slightly. Also, feel free to replace olive oil with avocado oil or melted butter.

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Pat the tuna steaks dry with paper towels, then brush the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the steaks.
  3. Place the seasoned tuna steaks in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not overlapping.
  4. Cook for 8–10 minutes, depending on how well done you like your tuna (8 minutes for medium-rare).
  5. Once done, carefully remove the tuna steaks and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
  6. Garnish with lemon and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalProtein: 42gFat: 14g

Notes

For a spicy kick, add some cayenne pepper to your seasoning mix. Similarly, you can pair this dish with your favorite dipping sauce like a spicy mayo or soy sauce for added flavor.

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