Baking Yellowfin Tuna
Learn how to baking yellowfin tuna perfectly with our detailed guide, including timing, temperature, and expert tips.
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15min
Cook Time
🌡️
High
Oven Temperature
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0.4 lb / 6 oz / 170 g
Portion Weight
Per adult serving
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120-145°F / 50-65°C
Internal Temperature
Rare to Well Done
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 400°F / 205°C
- 2Remove yellowfin tuna from refrigerator 20 minutes before cooking
- 3Pat steaks dry and season with salt and pepper
- 4Heat oven-safe skillet over high heat with oil
- 5Sear tuna 1-2 minutes per side until golden
- 6Transfer skillet to preheated oven
- 7Bake 6-10 minutes depending on thickness
- 8Check internal temperature reaches 130°F / 55°C for medium
- 9Remove from oven and let rest 3 minutes before serving
Expert Tips for Baking
- 💡Searing first locks in juices before baking
- 💡Yellowfin is great for oven finishing
- 💡Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness
- 💡Great method for thick steaks
Yellowfin Tuna 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 | 145°F / 65°C | Opaque throughout, flakes easily |
Yellowfin Tuna Safety Guidelines
Important food safety practices when handling and cooking yellowfin tuna.
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Cook to proper internal temperature
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Use food thermometer
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Remember
When in doubt, use a food thermometer. It's the only reliable way to ensure your yellowfin tuna is safely cooked and delicious.
Other Ways to Cook Yellowfin Tuna
🐟Yellowfin Tuna
🔥
Grilling⏱️
Cook Time
10min
🔥
Grill Temperature
Medium-High
400-450°F / 204-232°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
120-150°F / 50-65°C
Rare to Well Done
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🐟Yellowfin Tuna
🍳
Pan-Searing⏱️
Cook Time
10min
🔥
Pan Temperature
High
350-400°F / 175-200°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
120-150°F / 50-65°C
Rare to Well Done
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🐟Yellowfin Tuna
🍳
Blackened⏱️
Cook Time
10min
🔥
Cooking Temperature
High
🌡️
Internal Temperature
120-150°F / 50-65°C
Rare to Well Done
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🐟Yellowfin Tuna
🔥
Marinated and Grilled⏱️
Cook Time
10min
🔥
Grill Temperature
Medium-High
400-450°F / 204-232°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
120-150°F / 50-65°C
Rare to Well Done
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🐟Yellowfin Tuna
🌡️
Confit⏱️
Cook Time
50min
🔥
Cooking Temperature
140°F / 60°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
120-150°F / 50-65°C
Rare to Well Done
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