Seared Ahi Tuna Steaks

Restaurant-quality seared tuna coated in sesame seeds. Packed with lean protein and takes only minutes in a blistering hot pan.

Prep time: 5 mins · Cook time: 3 mins · Serves 2

Ingredients

• 2 (6 oz each) Ahi tuna steaks (about 1-inch thick)
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Toasted sesame oil
• 1/4 cup Sesame seeds (black & white mixed)
• 1 tbsp Canola or high-heat oil
• 1 for garnish Green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

1. In a shallow dish, mix the soy sauce and toasted sesame oil. Place the tuna steaks in the dish and let them marinate for 5 minutes.
2. Spread the sesame seeds onto a plate. Press both sides of the marinated tuna steaks into the seeds so they are heavily coated.
3. Heat a heavy skillet (like cast iron) over high heat until it is smoking hot. Add the canola oil.
4. Carefully place the tuna steaks in the pan. Sear for exactly 1 to 1.5 minutes per side. You want a crust on the outside while leaving the inside raw. Do not overcook.
5. Remove the tuna from the pan immediately and let it rest on a cutting board for 2 minutes.
6. Slice the tuna against the grain into thin strips. Garnish with green onions.