Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna Recipe

Name: Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 Ahi Tuna Steaks (6 ounces each); 1/4 cup black sesame seeds; 1/4 cup white sesame seeds; 1 tsp salt; freshly ground pepper; 2 tbsps vegetable oil; 2 avocados (sliced thin); Salad greens; Wasabi Mayonnaise; Anago sauce

Servings: persons

4 Ahi Tuna Steaks (6 ounces each)
1/4 cup black sesame seeds
1/4 cup white sesame seeds
1 tsp salt
freshly ground pepper
2 tbsps vegetable oil
2 avocados (sliced thin)
Salad greens
Wasabi Mayonnaise
Anago sauce

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Wasabi Mayonnaise
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2 tbsps wasabi powder
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2 tbsps water
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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(Mix the wasabi powder with the water until it forms a paste. Mix with the mayonnaise )
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Anago Sauce
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6 tbsps soy sauce
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4 tbsps mirin
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2 tbsps brown sugar
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(Combine ingredients in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Let boil for a minute and reduce to simmer until slightly thickened. Let cool)
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Combine the sesame seeds, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Completely coat the tuna steaks in the mixture, pressing seeds and seasonings into the flesh. Heat the oil in a large, shallow frying pan over high heat. When the oil is hot (chuck a sesame seed in and it should sizzle. Set one or tow steaks into the pan. Sear for less than a minute on the flat sides and while gently holding the steaks with tongs, sear for 20 seconds on the short sides. Remove to cutting board and slice the steaks into 1/2-inch thick pieces at an angle or leave whole if you prefer. Set avocado slices on a bed of salad greens and then place tuna steak(s) on top. Drizzle with wasabi mayonnaise and anago sauce over the fish and serve.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 Ahi Tuna Steaks (6 ounces each), 1/4 cup black sesame seeds, 1/4 cup white sesame seeds, 1 tsp salt, and more.

Yes, Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna

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