Easy Perfectly Seared Ahi Tuna (With Sesame Kale Salad)

Name: Easy Perfectly Seared Ahi Tuna (With Sesame Kale Salad)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 2 ahi tuna steaks; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp sesame oil; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tsp grated ginger; 1 garlic clove; sesame seeds; salt and pepper; 4 cups kale; 1 cup shredded carrots; ½ cup red bell pepper; ½ cup cucumber; ¼ cup cilantro leaves; 3 tbsp soy sauce; 2 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tbsp sesame oil; 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup; 1 tsp grated ginger; 1 tsp Sriracha sauce; 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings
4
Course
Side Dish, Main Course, Salad, Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine
Asian, American, International

Easy Perfectly Seared Ahi Tuna (With Sesame Kale Salad)

Iris Warren

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Perfectly seared ahi tuna with a sesame seed crust and paired with vibrant crunchy sesame kale salad is simply unbeatable and ready to go in just 15 minutes. This healthy, delicious seared tuna and kale salad recipe is flavorful and incredibly easy to make.

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Ingredients

Servings

for the seared ahi tuna

2 ahi tuna steaks fresh, about 6-8 oz each
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp grated ginger
1 garlic clove minced
sesame seeds optional, for coating
salt and pepper to taste

for the kale salad

4 cups kale finely chopped (stems removed)
1 cup shredded carrots
½ cup red bell pepper thinly sliced
½ cup cucumber thinly sliced
¼ cup cilantro leaves finely chopped

for the sesame dressing

3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp grated ginger
1 tsp Sriracha sauce more or less, optional for heat
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

for the seared ahi tuna

Marinate the Tuna: In a shallow dish, mix together the soy sauce, sesame oil, olive oil, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Place ahi tuna steaks in the dish and turn to coat them in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes (up to 1 hour).
Prepare for Searing: Remove the tuna steaks from the marinade. Press the tuna steaks into the sesame seeds to coat them evenly on all sides. Season with salt and pepper.
Sear the Tuna: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add a bit of olive oil to the pan to prevent sticking. Once hot, add the tuna steaks. Sear them for about 1-2 minutes on each side for rare to medium-rare (longer if you prefer more well done). The outside should be nicely browned, and the inside should remain pink. Remove from the pan and let rest for a minute before slicing thinly.

for the sesame kale salad

Mix the Salad: In a large bowl, place finely chopped kale with a little bit of olive oil and pinch of salt. Add the shredded carrots, sliced red bell pepper, sliced cucumber, and cilantro leaves. Toss to combine.
Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey or maple syrup, grated ginger, minced garlic, sriracha, and toasted sesame seeds.
Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat all the ingredients evenly.

assembly

Plate the Salad: Divide the kale salad among plates or a large serving platter.
Add the Tuna: Arrange the sliced seared ahi tuna over the salad.
Garnish: Sprinkle some additional toasted sesame seeds on top and a few cilantro leaves for garnish.

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