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: 1 Tablespoon White Sesame Seeds; 1 Tablespoon Black Sesame Seeds; 1/4 teaspoons Coarse Sea Salt; 1 pinch Wasabi Powder; 12 ounces, weight Fresh, Sushi Grade Ahi Tuna Steak; 2 Tablespoons Mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon Wasabi Paste Or Powder; 1 Tablespoon Sesame Oil; 1/4 cups Soy Sauce; 1/4 cups Seasoned Rice Vinegar; 3 Tablespoons Honey; 1 Tablespoon Fresh Cilantro, Chopped Fine

Servings: persons

1 Tablespoon White Sesame Seeds
1 Tablespoon Black Sesame Seeds
1/4 teaspoons Coarse Sea Salt
1 pinch Wasabi Powder
12 ounces, weight Fresh, Sushi Grade Ahi Tuna Steak
2 Tablespoons Mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Wasabi Paste Or Powder
1 Tablespoon Sesame Oil
1/4 cups Soy Sauce
1/4 cups Seasoned Rice Vinegar
3 Tablespoons Honey
1 Tablespoon Fresh Cilantro, Chopped Fine

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Heat grill to high and spray lightly with cooking oil.
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Mix white and black sesame seeds with salt and wasabi powder in a shallow dish.
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Press both sides of tuna into sesame seed mixture to coat.
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Place tuna on the hot grill and cook two minutes per side.
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Remove tuna from grill and place on a cutting board.
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Allow to cool slightly then, using a very sharp knife, slice tuna into thin slices.
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Place sliced tuna on a platter and serve with Wasabi Mayo and Sweet Sesame Soy Dipping Sauce.
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WASABI MAYO:
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Mix mayo and wasabi in a small dish.
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SWEET SESAME SOY DIPPING SAUCE:
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Add sesame oil, soy sauce, vinegar, honey and cilantro to a jar with a tight fitting lid.
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Shake well to mix.
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Pour into a small bowl to serve with seared tuna.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tablespoon White Sesame Seeds, 1 Tablespoon Black Sesame Seeds, 1/4 teaspoons Coarse Sea Salt, 1 pinch Wasabi Powder, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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