Blackened seared ahi tuna is topped with red pepper slaw, wasabi mayo and fresh avocado in this delicious ahi burger recipe!

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While my self-proclaimed “Ahi Week” was technically over a week ago, I still have a couple more delicious Ahi recipes to share!

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The week started with Mango Avocado Ahi Fillo Baskets, then went on to Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice Cakes and now for the delicious soy marinated, blackened ahi burger!

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The idea for this recipe came from a spicy ahi burger I used to frequently eat at a beach bar my friend worked at.  It was fresh and delicious, while also having that nice  spicy kick. I re-created it just the same!

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ahi (cut into 4 steaks)
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 4 hamburger buns

Optional Toppings

Pour the soy sauce over the ahi steaks and brushing on all sides.

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Place in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to marinate.

In the mean time, mix all of the spices together in a small bowl.

Remove the ahi steaks from the refrigerator and coat all sides with the blackening seasonings.

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Sear the steaks for 2-3 minutes per side in a cast iron skillet.

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Place on the buns and top with wasabi aioli.

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Top with the other optionally awesome ingredients of your choice!

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There’s nothing like fresh, creamy avocado on a thick steak of spicy ahi tuna with crisp red pepper slaw and sweet pickled ginger!

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I used the blackening seasoning from this Blackened Red Snapper recipe, and it was just as delicious on the ahi!

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The ahi is just slightly seared on the outside for that beautiful bright pink center!

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Blackened Soy Ahi Burger

Blackened seared ahi tuna is topped with red pepper slaw, wasabi mayo and fresh avocado in this delicious ahi burger recipe!

Ingredients

Optional Toppings

  • 1/4 cup wasabi mayonaise
  • 1/4 cup pickled ginger
  • 1 cup red pepper cabbage slaw
  • 1 fresh avocado, sliced

Instructions

  • Pour the soy sauce over the ahi steaks and brush on all sides.
  • Place in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to marinate.
  • Combine the paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, thyme and oregano in a small bowl.
  • Remove the ahi steaks from the refrigerator and coat all sides with the blackening seasoning.
  • Sear the steaks for 2-3 minutes per side in a cast iron skillet over medium high heat.
  • Place on the buns and top with wasabi aioli.
  • Top with the other optional ingredients of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving 4servingCalories 502kcal (25%)Carbohydrates 33g (11%)Protein 35g (70%)Fat 25g (38%)Saturated Fat 4g (20%)Cholesterol 48mg (16%)Sodium 2559mg (107%)Potassium 784mg (22%)Fiber 6g (24%)Sugar 4g (4%)Vitamin A 3590mg (72%)Vitamin C 13.4mg (16%)Calcium 110mg (11%)Iron 4.2mg (23%)
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