Sesame Encrusted Seared Tuna

1. 1

   Coat the tuna with the marinade and place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Add 1/2 cup of the olive oil to a medium saute pan and turn on medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Julienne all of the vegetables and saute them quickly, 3 to 4 minutes.

4. 4

   Set aside and keep warm.

5. 5

   When the tuna is ready, take it out of the marinade and coat with the black sesame seeds.

6. 6

   Pour another 1/2 cup of olive oil into a medium saute pan.

7. 7

   Place on medium-high heat and sear tuna on both sides until golden brown.

8. 8

   Let the tuna cool for 5 minutes.

9. 9

   In a blender, blend the chives and remaining oil and strain.

10. 10

    Place the strained mixture into the refrigerator until needed.

11. 11

    To serve, mold the rice in a ramkin and place in center of the plate.

12. 12

    Place the vegetables on top.

13. 13

    Next, slice the tuna into 1-inch thick slices.

14. 14

    Place them around the rice, making sure to overlap them just a bit.

15. 15

    Spoon the chive oil around the plate and garnish with scallions.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.