Sesame and Black Pepper Seared Tuna
Elevate your dinner table with this quick and elegant Sesame and Black Pepper Seared Tuna recipe. Fresh tuna steaks are encrusted with a flavorful crust of nutty sesame seeds, cracked black pepper, and kosher salt, then seared to perfection in sizzling olive oil for a beautifully golden exterior and tender, melt-in-your-mouth center. Finished with a tangy soy-ginger sauce and a sprinkle of fresh scallions, this dish marries bold umami flavors with a hint of citrusy brightness. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a show-stopping meal that’s perfect for weeknight indulgence or impressing dinner guests. Serve it over steamed rice or crisp mixed greens for a restaurant-quality experience at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (about 6 oz each) fresh tuna steaks
- 3 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 2 teaspoons cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 pieces scallions (thinly sliced, for garnish)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine sesame seeds, cracked black pepper, and kosher salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasoning.
Pat the tuna steaks dry with a paper towel, then press them firmly into the sesame and black pepper mixture to coat both sides generously.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Carefully place the tuna steaks in the skillet and sear for 1-2 minutes per side, depending on your preference for doneness (rare to medium rare is recommended).
Remove the tuna steaks from the skillet and let them rest for a minute while you prepare the quick sauce.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, lemon juice, and grated ginger.
Thinly slice the seared tuna steaks against the grain for serving.
Drizzle the soy-ginger sauce over the tuna slices and garnish with thinly sliced scallions.
Serve immediately with a side of steamed rice or mixed greens, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
942 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.9 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 129 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 1892 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 88.3 g | 177% | |
| Vitamin D | 19.3 mcg | 97% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2132 mg | 45% | |
*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.
