Seared Ahi Tuna Recipe
Asian-inspired · Main course · 14 min total
A quick and elegant dish featuring fresh ahi tuna coated in sesame seeds and seared to perfection, served with a simple soy-ginger dipping sauce.
10
min prep
min prep
4
min cook
min cook
2
servings
servings
350
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 2 (6-ounce) ahi tuna steaks, about 1 inch thick
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (white, black, or mixed)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat tuna steaks dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Press sesame seeds onto both sides of each steak.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, honey, and sesame oil to make the dipping sauce. Set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a cast-iron or heavy skillet over high heat until shimmering.
- Place tuna steaks in the hot skillet. Sear for 1-2 minutes per side for rare (longer for medium-rare, but avoid overcooking).
- Transfer tuna to a cutting board and let rest 2 minutes. Slice against the grain into 1/4-inch thick slices.
- Arrange slices on plates, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with green onion. Serve immediately.
Tips
- Use sushi-grade tuna for best results.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Serve with steamed rice and a side of sautéed greens.
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