Seared Sesame-Crusted Tuna
With a delectable sesame crust adding a flavorful crunch to tender slices of ahi tuna, this recipe is a delightful way to elevate your seafood dinner. The combination of black and white sesame seeds creates a visually appealing and delicious coating that perfectly complements the delicate fish. Enjoy the rich umami flavors that are enhanced by the simplicity of this dish.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1⁄4 cup black sesame seeds
- 1⁄2 cup white sesame seeds
- 4 ahi tuna steaks, each 6 oz. and 1 inch thick
- Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
- 2 Tbs. grapeseed or canola oil
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, combine the black and white sesame seeds and stir to mix.
- Season the tuna with salt and pepper and dredge in the sesame seeds, coating the tuna evenly.
- In a searing pan over high heat, warm the oil until smoking. Arrange the tuna in the pan (do not overcrowd) and cook until the white sesame seeds start to turn golden underneath, about 1 minute. Turn the tuna and cook until the white sesame seeds start to turn golden underneath, about 1 minute. Transfer the tuna to a cutting board and cut into 1⁄4-inch-thick slices. Arrange the tuna on individual plates, overlapping the slices. Serve immediately.
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