Albacore Tuna Steak Recipe with Easy Marinade

Summer has finally made it to the Coast, and for the last few weeks the "talk on the dock" has been all about temperature. Water temperature that is. You see, albacore love warm water, so when the offshore water temps begin to creep up into the mid to high 60’s, the local dories that fish for us go searching for those fast-swimming, hard-hitting fish. Lately, the water temps have been favorable and we’ve been getting a steady supply of some beautiful albacore tuna.

Albacore Tuna Nutrition Facts

The local, line-caught albacore that are delivered to Bell Buoy are young fish between 10 - 30 pounds, which means they don't have high quantities of mercury found in larger and older tuna. Mercury tends to increase in large predatory fish as the fish ages and grows.

Albacore tuna is high in protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and selenium and makes a great addition to a healthy diet. The Oregon Albacore Commission has numerous resources detailing the health benefits of albacore tuna.

Albacore Tuna Flavor

Fresh albacore tuna is rich in flavor, moist (if cooked properly!), yet also meaty in texture. It is a premium product that deserves a premium recipe.

The other night I brought some fresh albacore loins home and prepared a really simple marinade. This marinade is very forgiving, so adjust to your preferences.

PRO TIP: The key to preparing albacore loins is NOT overcooking them. Whatever you do, do not over cook them! Cooking the loins over medium-high heat for just a couple minutes per side is all you need.