Grilled Tuna with Soy Glaze Recipe
Darling, this grilled tuna with soy glaze recipe is basically dinner in heels—fancy enough to impress, easy enough to save your manicure.
Savory soy meets smoky char, creating flavors so bold they’ll drown out the memory of that awkward office happy hour.
It’s rich, glossy, and dramatic, because honestly, plain food is about as exciting as watching paint dry in beige.
The whole process takes less time than picking the right filter for your brunch photos, yet feels utterly restaurant-worthy.
So grab your tongs, channel your inner diva, and grill tuna like you’re headlining a kitchen runway.
Grilled Tuna with Soy Glaze Recipe
Grilled vegan tuna coated with soy glaze delivers smoky umami richness and sleek presentation, perfect for effortless weeknight glam or dinner parties.
Ingredients
- Vegan tuna steaks soy or pea protein-based – 4 (6 oz each)
- Soy sauce – 3 tbsp
- Olive oil – 2 tbsp
- Brown sugar – 1 tbsp
- Garlic minced – 2 cloves
- Ginger grated – 1 tsp
- Lime juice – 1 tbsp
- Sesame oil – 1 tsp
- Black pepper – ½ tsp
- Sesame seeds – 1 tsp toasted
- Green onions – 2 tbsp sliced
Instructions
- Pat vegan tuna steaks dry with a paper towel.
- In a bowl, whisk soy sauce, olive oil, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, lime juice, sesame oil, and black pepper.
- Coat steaks evenly with glaze; marinate 8–10 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high; lightly oil grates to prevent sticking.
- Place steaks on grill; cook 5–6 minutes per side until charred.
- Brush with extra glaze during final minute for shine.
- Remove from grill, sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions, then serve.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 245
- Total Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin C: 18%
- Vitamin A: 15%
- Iron: 10%
- Calcium: 8%
- Potassium: 14%
Additional Tips
- Add chili flakes if you want a glaze with sass.
- Grill lime halves for smoky citrus flair.
- Pair with steamed jasmine rice or charred veggies for balance.
