Methods
How to cook yellowfin tuna
Grilling
Grilling Yellowfin Tuna
Cook Time
10min
Portion Weight
0.4 lb / 6 oz / 170 g
Per adult serving
Grill Temperature
Medium-High
400-450°F / 204-232°C
Internal Temperature
120-150°F / 50-65°C
Rare to Well Done
Pan-Searing
Pan-Searing Yellowfin Tuna
Cook Time
10min
Portion Weight
0.4 lb / 6 oz / 170 g
Per adult serving
Pan Temperature
High
350-400°F / 175-200°C
Internal Temperature
120-150°F / 50-65°C
Rare to Well Done
Baking
Baking Yellowfin Tuna
Cook Time
15min
Portion Weight
0.4 lb / 6 oz / 170 g
Per adult serving
Oven Temperature
High
Internal Temperature
120-150°F / 50-65°C
Rare to Well Done
Blackened
Blackened Yellowfin Tuna
Cook Time
10min
Portion Weight
0.4 lb / 6 oz / 170 g
Per adult serving
Cooking Temperature
High
Internal Temperature
120-150°F / 50-65°C
Rare to Well Done
Marinated and Grilled
Marinated and Grilled Yellowfin Tuna
Cook Time
10min
Portion Weight
0.4 lb / 6 oz / 170 g
Per adult serving
Grill Temperature
Medium-High
400-450°F / 204-232°C
Internal Temperature
120-150°F / 50-65°C
Rare to Well Done
Confit
Confit Yellowfin Tuna
Cook Time
50min
Portion Weight
0.4 lb / 6 oz / 170 g
Per adult serving
Cooking Temperature
140°F / 60°C
Internal Temperature
120-150°F / 50-65°C
Rare to Well Done
Doneness
Temperature Guide
| Doneness | Temperature | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rare | 120°F / 50°C | Red center, seared exterior |
| Medium Rare | 130°F / 55°C | Pink center, warm throughout |
| Well Done | 150°F / 65°C | Opaque throughout, flakes easily |
Safety
Cooking yellowfin tuna safely
Cook to proper internal temperature
Use food thermometer
When in doubt, use a food thermometer, it's the only reliable way to know your yellowfin tuna is safely cooked.