Seared Sesame Tuna
Experience a symphony of flavor and texture with this Seared Sesame Tuna recipe—a quick and elegant dish perfect for seafood lovers. Tender, fresh tuna steaks are encrusted with a striking mix of white and black sesame seeds, creating a crisp crust that contrasts beautifully with the silky, rare center. The bold soy-ginger glaze, enriched with honey and rice vinegar, brings a sweet and savory tang that elevates this restaurant-worthy meal. With just 10 minutes of prep and a sear time of up to 2 minutes per side, this dish is not only visually stunning but also an incredibly fast and healthy dinner option. Serve it alongside steamed rice, a crisp salad, or your favorite vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this sesame-crusted tuna will dazzle your taste buds and dinner table alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces fresh tuna steaks
- 3 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 3 tablespoons black sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Pat the tuna steaks dry with a paper towel. Lightly season both sides with salt and black pepper.
On a flat plate, combine the white sesame seeds and black sesame seeds. Press each tuna steak into the seed mixture, coating all sides evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, grated ginger, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Whisk until smooth to create the glaze. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the sesame-crusted tuna steaks in the pan.
Sear the tuna steaks for 1-2 minutes on each side, depending on your desired level of doneness. For rare, sear for 1 minute per side; for medium-rare, cook 2 minutes per side.
Remove the tuna steaks from the skillet and let them rest for 2 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
Drizzle the soy-ginger glaze over the sliced tuna or serve it on the side as a dipping sauce.
Garnish with additional sesame seeds, if desired, and serve immediately. Pair with rice, salad, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1274 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.3 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.1 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 28.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 152 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 1913 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 106.0 g | 212% | |
| Vitamin D | 22.7 mcg | 114% | |
| Calcium | 330 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2326 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
