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Sesame Crusted Tuna
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 tuna steaks (6 ounces each)
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, mix together 1/4 cup of sesame seeds, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, 1 teaspoon of grated ginger, and 1 teaspoon of minced garlic.
- Coat each tuna steak in the sesame seed mixture, pressing the seeds onto the fish to create a crust.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat.
- Sear the tuna steaks for 1-2 minutes on each side for rare, or 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare, depending on the thickness of the steaks.
- Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the sesame crusted tuna with the soy sauce mixture as a dipping sauce.
Sesame Crusted Tuna is a popular dish that originated in Asia, where it has been enjoyed for centuries. The dish gained popularity in the United States in the 1980s as part of the fusion cuisine trend. The dish features fresh tuna coated in sesame seeds and seared to perfection, creating a flavorful crust while leaving the center rare. Renowned chefs like Nobu Matsuhisa and Jean-Georges Vongerichten have popularized this dish in their restaurants, adding their own unique twists. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in high-end sushi restaurants and upscale seafood establishments. The key to a perfect Sesame Crusted Tuna lies in using high-quality, fresh tuna and achieving the perfect sear while preserving the rare center. Some alternative methods for making this dish include using different types of seeds or adding a spicy seasoning for an extra kick.
21 min
2
300 calories
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