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seared ahi tuna recipe on a plate with sauce, green onions, radish and cucumber salad, and seasoning.

Seared Ahi Tuna

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 225kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons sesame seeds I use a combo of white and black
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 12-16 ounces ahi tuna sushi grade
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons avocado or vegetable oil
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine the sesame seeds, garlic powder, kosher salt, and pepper.
  • With paper towels, pat ahi dry, and coat all sides with soy sauce. Sprinkle with sesame mix, and press to adhere.
  • Heat your pan on high. Once it's super hot, add the oil, and allow it to start smoking slightly. You can test that your pan is ready by adding a drop of water to your pan, it should sizzle.
  • Grab tongs and a splash guard, add your ahi, and press it down with the back of a spatula to ensure the entire surface sears (ahi tends to curl at high heat). Place the splash guard on top, and continue to sear until it lifts easily and is golden, should be between 45 seconds - 1 minute. Repeat on the second side.
  • Use tongs to hold the ahi upright, and sear along the edges as well, rotating to get all the edges.
  • Place on a cutting board and allow your ahi to cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 225kcal | Total Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 14g | Sodium: 867mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Net Carbs: 2g

Delicious recipe from Lindsey Hyland // www.thelittlepine.com