Orange and Dill Pan-Seared Tuna

Looking for a classic seafood dinner? Then check out this fish steak recipe that is ready in 30 minutes. MORE+ LESS-

By Tablespoon Kitchens

August 20, 2010

tuna, swordfish or other firm fish steaks, 3/4 inch thick (4 ounces each)

1/2

teaspoon peppered seasoned salt

small red onion, thinly sliced (1/2 cup)

3/4

cup orange juice

tablespoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried dill weed

tablespoon butter or margarine

teaspoon grated orange peel, if desired

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Spray 10-inch nonstick skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Sprinkle both sides of fish with seasoned salt. Add fish to skillet; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook 6 to 8 minutes, turning once, until tuna is slightly pink in center. Remove fish from skillet and keep warm.
2

Add onion to skillet. Cook over medium-high heat 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in orange juice; cook 2 minutes. Stir in dill weed, butter and orange peel. Cook 1 to 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Serve sauce over fish.

Fresh asparagus and lightly buttered new potatoes complement this citrus-flavored fish. For an easy yet elegant garnish, use orange slices and dill sprigs.