Pan-Seared Sesame-Crusted Tuna Steaks With Avocado

Name: Pan-Seared Sesame-Crusted Tuna Steaks With Avocado Orange Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For Salsa; 1 large orange, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch pieces; 1 avocado, pitted and cut into 1/2 inch cubes; 2 tablespoons minced red onions; 4 teaspoons fresh lime juice; 1 small jalapeno chile, stemmed, seeded, and minced; 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro; salt; Fish; 3/4 cup sesame seeds; 4 tuna steaks, 1 inch thick (8 oz. each); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

For Salsa
1 large orange, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 avocado, pitted and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
2 tablespoons minced red onions
4 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1 small jalapeno chile, stemmed, seeded, and minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
salt
Fish
3/4 cup sesame seeds
4 tuna steaks, 1 inch thick (8 oz. each)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
salt and pepper

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For the salsa:
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Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl and season with salt to taste.
3
For the fish:
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Spread the sesame seeds in a shallow dish.
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Pat the fish dry with paper towels, then rub thoroughly with 1 tablespoon of the oil.
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Season the fish with salt and pepper.
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Press both sides of each steak into the sesame seeds to coat.
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Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until just smoking.
9
Gently lay the tuna in the pan and cook until the seeds are golden brown 1.5 - 2 minutes.
10
Carefully flip the fish and continue to cook until just golden brown on the second side, 1.5 - 3 minutes depending upon your desired doneness.
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Serve with the salsa.

613

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: For Salsa, 1 large orange, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch pieces, 1 avocado, pitted and cut into 1/2 inch cubes, 2 tablespoons minced red onions, and more.

Yes, Pan-Seared Sesame-Crusted Tuna Steaks With Avocado Orange Salsa 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.

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Pan-Seared Sesame-Crusted Tuna Steaks With Avocado Orange Salsa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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