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Ahi Tuna Steak

Sesame-Crusted Ahi Tuna Steaks Recipe

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ahi tuna steaks (about 6 oz each), 1 inch thick
  • 2 tbsp white sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp black sesame seeds
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil (avocado or vegetable)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • ½ tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 green onion, thinly sliced

Method
 

  1. Pat tuna steaks dry, season with salt, and press into the mixed sesame seeds to coat all sides. Chill 5 minutes in the fridge.
  2. Heat oil in a heavy skillet over high heat until shimmering. Sear tuna for 1 minute per side for rare. Transfer to a cutting board and rest 2 minutes.
  3. While tuna rests, whisk soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil in a small bowl.
  4. Slice tuna against the grain into ½-inch pieces, fan on plates, and drizzle with sauce or serve it on the side. Top with green onion and extra sesame seeds.

Notes

The steaks are best served rare. For a less rare result, add 30 seconds per side, but the texture will turn firmer and lose some of that buttery quality that makes ahi so enjoyable.