Sesame Crusted Tuna Recipe
User Reviews
4.3
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
8 mins
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Total Time
13 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
315 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Japanese
Sesame Crusted Tuna Recipe
Description
Fresh tuna steaks or chunks are pressed into yellow and black sesame seeds to create a crunchy, toasted exterior when seared. The tuna is quickly cooked over medium heat in vegetable oil, typically 2-4 minutes per side depending on thickness and preference. This method keeps the tuna rare to medium, preserving moisture and a tender interior with a crisp sesame coating.
The accompanying wasabi whipped cream is prepared by whipping heavy cream to stiff peaks then folding in wasabi powder and a dash of fine sea salt. This creates a light, airy, and mildly spicy cream that adds cooling heat and richness when paired with the sesame-crusted fish.
This dish combines the nutty crunch of sesame seeds, the clean flavor of seared tuna, and the sharp creaminess of wasabi whipped cream, making it suitable as an appetizer or elegant main served with simple sides that highlight the tuna’s texture and flavor.
Ingredients
For tuna:
- 2 ounce tuna steaks , or tuna cut into chunks for skewers
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds yellow
- 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For Wasabi Whipped Cream:
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon wasabi powder
- sea salt dash, fine
- scallion for garnish
Instructions
For the Tuna:
- Combine the yellow and black sesame seeds in a shallow plate, dredge and press both sides of the tuna steaks (or kabobs) into the seeds. They should stick naturally.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the tuna, searing on both sides for approximately 2-4 minutes. This greatly depends on the thickness of your tuna and desired degree of doneness. Use an instant digital thermometer for best results. Rare is 110-155°F, medium-rare is 120-130°F, 135°F is medium, 140°F is medium well and we do not recommend going to well done which is 145°F.
- Remove the tuna from the skillet and allow to rest for 3-4 minutes before serving.
Wasabi Cream Sauce:
- IN a medium mixing bowl using an electric hand mixer with whip attachments or in a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, whip the heavy whipping cream until it is stiff and bodied, approximately 3-4 minutes. Add the wasabi powder and salt, continuing to whip until combined. Do not over mix. Chill until ready to use.
- Plate with tuna and a hefty dollop of wasabi cream sauce on top or the on the side for dipping.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 315 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 315kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 33g | 51% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Cholesterol | 81mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 24mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 82mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 875IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 117mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.3
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