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Seared Sesame Tuna Bites - A Quick Canapé

These Seared Sesame Tuna Bites are so simple, so delicious and so beautiful. If you need a party nibble then these are the perfect quick canapé.

Prep Time
3 mins
Cook Time
3 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 36 bites
Calories: 45 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Australian

Ingredients

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  • ⅔ cup sesame seeds (white, black or mixture of both)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 20 oz tuna steaks (usually this is 3-4 steaks about 1 inch thick)

Instructions

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  1. Place sesame seeds on a plate. And mix together if using white and black.
  2. Pour the two oils together in a seperate plate.
  3. Pat the tuna dry and then dip it or brush it with the oil mixture.
  4. Transfer it to the sesame seeds and turn to give it an even coating on both sides.
  5. Place a fry pan over medium-high heat, and once it is smoking add the tuna steaks.
  6. Cook for 30 seconds on one side and flip and cook for a further 30 seconds.
  7. Remove from the pan and use a super sharp knife to cut the tuna into bite sized chunks.
  8. Arrange on a serving platter with soy sauce to dip.

Notes

  • Nutritional Information is based on 1 bite.
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Nutrition Information

Calories 45kcal (2%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 2g (3%) Vitamin A 345IU (7%) Calcium 28mg (3%) Iron 0.6mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 36bites

Amount Per Serving

Calories 45

% Daily Value*

Calories 45kcal 2%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 2g 3%
Vitamin A 345IU 7%
Calcium 28mg 3%
Iron 0.6mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.