
Seared Tuna
Ingredients
- 10- 16 ounces ahi tuna
thawed see notes, sushi-grade
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or GF liquid aminos
- 2 tablespoons high heat oil for searing- peanut oil
wok oil, avocado
- 3 tablespoons sesame seeds
black, or both black and white
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic powder
or onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
or dried thyme
Directions
- 1
Mix the Sesame Crust ingredients together in a small bowl.
- 2
Pat dry the ahi tuna with paper towels.
- 3
Place ahi tuna on a plate, coat all sides with soy sauce. This will help the sesame spice adhere to the tuna.
- 4
Generously sprinkle all sides of the ahi tuna with the sesame mix, pressing it down into the flesh. Coat the sides. Read through the rest of the directions before starting because the next part goes very quickly.
- 5
The goal here is to get a nice golden sear on all sides without cooking the ahi tuna all the way through. HOT PAN is key.
- 6
Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, until very very hot. Turn your hood fan on. Place tongs, metal spatula and splatter guard (or lid) near the stove. When the pan is hot a flick of water should sizzle loudly. Once the skillet is hot, turn the fan on high. Add the oil and coat the pan and let it get hot. Carefully lay the tuna in the pan, pressing it down into the skillet with a metal spatula. Sear 45-60 seconds- checking the underneath by lifting one corner to see if it is golden. When deeply golden, carefully flip. If not golden, turn the heat up. Sear the other side, 60-90 seconds until golden. Sear the long edges using tongs to hold it upright.
- 7
Place on a cutting board, blot if you like, then using a very sharp knife, thinly slice, and serve.
- 8
At this point, you could also refrigerate up to 3 days, and serve this later, chilled. Either way is good.

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About this Recipe
Dreaming of perfectly seared tuna like your favorite restaurant, but think it's too complicated? This recipe will show you how to achieve a delicious, restaurant-quality Seared Tuna with a crispy Sesame Seed Crust in just 10 minutes flat, making gourmet weeknight meals a reality.The secret to this incredibly fast and flavorful dish lies in the simple, yet effective technique of creating a sesame seed crust that forms a beautiful, savory layer around the tender ahi tuna. This method not only locks in moisture but also adds a fantastic nutty crunch, transforming a simple piece of fish into a healthy and utterly delicious meal with minimal effort.Prepare your senses for succulent ahi tuna, where each bite delivers a delightful contrast: a wonderfully crispy, deeply flavorful crust gives way to a tender, moist interior. The blend of sesame seeds, granulated garlic powder, salt, pepper, a touch of sugar, and Italian seasoning creates a savory, umami-rich experience, perfectly balanced by the slight tang of soy sauce. This naturally healthy dish is remarkably quick, making it an ideal choice when you crave something special without spending hours in the kitchen.This Seared Tuna recipe is incredibly adaptable to your preferences and pantry.- For a gluten-free option, easily swap traditional soy sauce for GF liquid aminos.- If you're out of granulated garlic powder, onion powder makes a fine substitute, offering a similar aromatic depth.- Similarly, dried thyme can step in for dried Italian seasoning, lending a slightly different but equally pleasant herbaceous note.- For searing, feel free to use your preferred high heat oil from peanut, wok, or avocado oil, as they all perform beautifully.This flavorful seared tuna makes an elegant yet effortlessly quick main course, ideal for a light lunch or a sophisticated weeknight dinner. It pairs wonderfully with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables for a complete and healthy meal.
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