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Tuna Tataki Recipe

Japanese · Appetizer · 20 min total

A quick seared tuna appetizer with a soy-citrus dipping sauce, perfect for a light starter or main.

Ingredients

• 1 lb sushi-grade ahi tuna loin
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp mirin
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup daikon radish, julienned (optional)

Instructions

1. Mix soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and sugar in a small bowl to make the dipping sauce. Set aside.
2. Pat tuna dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a cast-iron or heavy skillet over high heat until smoking.
4. Sear tuna for 30-60 seconds per side, until browned but still rare in the center. Remove and let rest 2 minutes.
5. Slice tuna into 1/4-inch thick slices against the grain.
6. Arrange on a plate, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, and daikon (if using). Serve immediately.

Tips

• Use only sushi-grade tuna for safety.
• Adjust sear time based on thickness; aim for rare interior.
• Sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated.

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