Ahi Tuna with Napa Cabbage Salad Recipe

Name: Ahi Tuna with Napa Cabbage Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil; Coarse salt and cracked black pepper; 1 medium Napa cabbage; 1 bag shredded carrots; 1/2 cup basil leaves, torn into quarters; 1/2 cup mint leaves, torn; 1/2 cup cilantro leaves, roughly chopped; 4 tablespoons black and white sesame seeds; 1 pound ahi tuna steaks; 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons lime juice
1 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
Coarse salt and cracked black pepper
1 medium Napa cabbage
1 bag shredded carrots
1/2 cup basil leaves, torn into quarters
1/2 cup mint leaves, torn
1/2 cup cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
4 tablespoons black and white sesame seeds
1 pound ahi tuna steaks
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil

1
In a large salad bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, and sesame oil.
2
Taste and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper.
3
Cut cabbage in 1/2 lengthwise and slice into thin ribbons.
4
Place cabbage, carrots, basil, mint, and cilantro in the bowl with the dressing.
5
Toss to combine.
6
Set aside.
7
Pour the sesame seeds out onto a plate.
8
Press the tuna into the seeds on both sides, pressing gently so the sesame seeds stick.
9
Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch non-stick pan over medium high heat.
10
Add fish to pan and cook until rare, about 2 minutes per side.
11
Alternatively, cook until done to your likeness.
12
Slice thin and distribute among 4 serving plates.
13
Serve with a generous portion of Napa cabbage slaw.

457

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil, and more.

Yes, Ahi Tuna with Napa Cabbage Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ahi Tuna with Napa Cabbage Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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