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Sesame crusted ahi tuna on a bed of cabbage slaw, carrots, radishes, and zucchini with soy-sesame dressing and garnished with fresh cut lime, cilantro leaves and habanero slices on a wide rim bowl.
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Sesame Seed-Crusted Ahi Tuna with Spicy Sesame-Soy Sauce

Author: Maika
Classic sesame seed crusted ahi tuna with a twist by serving it on a bed of shredded green and red cabbage, carrots, thinly sliced radish, and baby zucchini and serving it with a sesame soy dressing with a kick of heat from hot yuzu pepper sauce.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Course: Seafood
Cuisine: American, East Asian, Hawaiian, Japanese, North East Asian, Oceania, Pacific Island,
Keyword: 30 Minute Meal, Dinner, Easy, Fish, Healthy, Jalapeno, Main Meal, Pescatarian, Quick, Quick and Easy, Spicy, Spring, Summer, Yuzu Hot Pepper Sauce
Calories: 535kcal

Ingredients

Spicy Sesame-Soy Dressing

  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons hot yuzu pepper sauce store-bought
  • 1 tablespoons honey
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated

Slaw and Vegetables

  • 9- ounce package of shredded green and red cabbage and carrots
  • 6 red radishes tri-color, thinly sliced
  • 1 baby zucchini thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • Lime wedges for serving

Ahi Tuna

  • 4 ahi tuna steaks about 6 oz each, sushi-grade, which comes frozen
  • ½ cup black and white sesame seeds mixture
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

Instructions

  • Save time in the kitchen: Read the instructions thoroughly, then gather and prep all your ingredients before cooking! Learn Prepping Tips.
  • Prepare the Spicy Sesame-Soy Dressing: Whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, hot yuzu pepper sauce, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a mixing bowl. Set aside.
  • Prepare the Vegetables: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Then, add the sliced zucchini and sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned and tender. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  • Prepare the Tuna: Pat the tuna dry with paper towels. Season the ahi tuna steaks with salt and pepper. Then, place the mixed sesame seeds on a tray. Press each tuna steak into the sesame seeds to coat all sides.
  • Cook the Tuna: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Then, sear the sesame seed-crusted tuna steaks for about 1-2 minutes on each side, depending on your desired level of doneness. The tuna should be rare to medium-rare inside. Remove from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  • Assemble the Dish: On each plate, arrange a bed of the tri-color slaw. Top with a portion of thinly sliced red radishes, seared baby zucchini, and fresh cilantro leaves. Drizzle the spicy sesame-soy dressing over the vegetables and salad. Slice the seared tuna steaks against the grain and place them on top of the slaw and vegetables.
  • To Serve: Garnish with lime wedges on the side.

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Notes

Against the Grain - When cutting meat, it's important to consider the direction of the muscle fibers. Cut the meat in the opposite direction of the fibers to make it less tough. For instance, if the fibers run vertically, slice the meat horizontally. This method helps break up the fibers, resulting in a more tender texture. As a result, cutting the meat thinly can improve its texture.
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Nutrition

Calories: 535kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 665mg | Potassium: 1052mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 4344IU | Vitamin C: 81mg | Calcium: 249mg | Iron: 6mg
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