Tuna and Nagaimo Yam Diced Steak Recipe

Name: Tuna and Nagaimo Yam Diced Steak
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 60 grams Tuna (sashimi quality); 60 grams Nagaimo yam; 1 Lotus Root (optional); 1 tbsp Soy sauce; 1 tbsp Sake; 1 tbsp Vinegar; 5 grams Butter; 1/2 clove Garlic; 1 White leek and mizuna greens; 1 optional Sudachi (a citrus fruit) juice

Servings: persons

1
Dice the tuna and nagaimo yam (including the skin), and marinate in the ingredients for about 30 minutes.
2
Cut lotus root and garlic into very thin slices, and fry in oil (excluded from the recipe) until they become crispy.
3
Lightly sprinkle with salt (excluded from the recipe), and set the lotus root aside.
4
Strain the excess sauce from Step 1 in a sieve.
5
Melt the butter in the pan.
6
Once the pan is thoroughly heated, add the tuna and nagaimo yam at once, then fry until browned.
7
Serve on top of the lotus root, and top with shredded white leek.
8
Warm up the Step 3 marinade sauce, lightly simmer, and pour on top.
9
Garnish with the fried garlic.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: 60 grams Tuna (sashimi quality), 60 grams Nagaimo yam, 1 Lotus Root (optional), 1 tbsp Soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Tuna and Nagaimo Yam Diced Steak 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.

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Tuna and Nagaimo Yam Diced Steak

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