Seared Ahi Tuna
- Ready In:
- 12mins
- Ingredients:
- 9
- Serves:
-
4
ingredients
-
Rub
- 1 1⁄2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1⁄4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1⁄2 tablespoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
- 1 1⁄2 tablespoons white sesame seeds
- 1 1⁄2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
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The Rest
- 1 lb sushi grade fresh ahi tuna
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
directions
- Combine the kosher salt (NOT table salt) coriander, paprika, cayenne pepper and black pepper in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
- Combine black and white sesame seeds in another bowl and set aside.
- With paper toweling, pat the excess moisture from the ahi tuna pieces.
- Generously rub the seasoning mixture all over tuna, pressing into the tuna without mashing it.
- Next, press the mixed sesame seeds into the tuna, covering it all over.
- Place a heavy bottomed non-stick or cast iron skillet on medium high heat. Add the oil and distribute it evenly all over the pan surface.
- When the oil begins to smoke slightly and/or is starting to swirl, place the tuna in the pan.
- Cook for approximately 45 seconds on each side.
- Lastly, using tongs, cook the ends and (cut) sides for 20 seconds each.
- Remove from heat. Slice to desired thickness (preferably using a very sharp sashimi knife) and serve.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
gailanng
United States
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