Sesame-Crusted Tuna Steaks Recipe

Name: Sesame-Crusted Tuna Steaks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons white sesame seeds; 3 tablespoons black sesame seeds; 1 tablespoon finely grated lime zest; 1 tablespoon minced lemongrass (tender inner part only); 1 teaspoon sweet paprika; 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper flakes or 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; Six 10-ounce tuna steaks, cut 1/2 inch thick; 1/4 cup vegetable oil, plus more for brushing; Lime wedges and mayonnaise, for serving

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons white sesame seeds
3 tablespoons black sesame seeds
1 tablespoon finely grated lime zest
1 tablespoon minced lemongrass (tender inner part only)
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper flakes or 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Six 10-ounce tuna steaks, cut 1/2 inch thick
1/4 cup vegetable oil, plus more for brushing
Lime wedges and mayonnaise, for serving

1
In a small bowl, combine the white and black sesame seeds with the lime zest, lemongrass, paprika, Aleppo pepper, black pepper and salt.
2
Lightly brush the tuna with oil and sprinkle the sesame mixture all over it, pressing to help the crust adhere.
3
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in each of 2 large nonstick skillets until the oil is almost smoking.
4
Add the crusted tuna steaks and cook them over moderately high heat until they are slightly pink in the center, about 2 minutes per side.
5
Transfer the crusted tuna steaks to plates and serve them with lime wedges and mayonnaise.

268

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons white sesame seeds, 3 tablespoons black sesame seeds, 1 tablespoon finely grated lime zest, 1 tablespoon minced lemongrass (tender inner part only), and more.

Yes, Sesame-Crusted Tuna Steaks 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 Tuna Steaks

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