
Asian Pan-Seared Ahi Tuna Appetizer
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Serves/Makes: 4 | Ready In: < 30 minutes
8 ounces Ahi tuna steak, about 1-inch thick (sushi grade)
Black sesame seeds to coat tuna (available at asian groceries)
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
assorted crackers
***Asian dipping sauce***
1 cup hoisin sauce
2 1/2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
2 tablespoons plum sauce
2 tablespoons prepared Korean garlic chile sauce
3 tablespoons champagne or white wine
1 tablespoon sesame oil
Coat one side of tuna steak with black sesame seeds. In skillet, pour sesame and vegetable oils.
Turn heat on high.
When hot, place tuna in skillet, sesame seeds down. Pan sear on both sides about 2-1/2 to 3 minutes on both sides for a rare steak, or longer for desired doneness.
Cut into 1/4-inch thick slices and serve with dipping sauce and crackers.
Asian dipping sauce: Combine all ingredients in bowl and whisk. Can be made ahead of time and refrigerated.
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Recipe ID: 38834
per serving: 348 calories, 15g fat, 34g carbohydrates, 16g protein.
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