Ahi Steak With Li Hing Mui Butter

Submitted by Pikake21

"When I say plum powder in the ingredient list, I really mean li hing mui powder. From Hawaiian Electric Company."

 

• Ready In: 2hrs 15mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 1⁄2 lbs tombo ahi tuna steaks, sliced 1/2-inch thick
• 1⁄4 cup butter
• 1⁄2 tablespoon plum powder
• 1⁄2 tablespoon ground macadamia nuts
• salt and pepper

directions

1. Li Hing Mui Butter:

2. Warm butter until slightly soft, stir in li hing mui powder and nuts.
3. Refrigerate mixture until needed.
4. Makes 1/4 cup.

5. Ahi Steak:

6. Combine vegetable oil, lemon juice, and lime juice; marinate ahi in the lemon juice mixture for 1 to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
7. Preheat electric grill or broiler to 500°F
8. Drain ahi and grill for about 7 to 8 minutes.
9. Season with salt and pepper.
10. Place a tablespoon of li hing mui butter on top of each steak.
11. Place under broiler until butter begins to melt.