Seared Ahi Tuna Recipe
Enriched with the goodness of Asian cuisine, ahi tuna steak is a gateway to a world of tantalizing flavors and sensory delights. This recipe is loaded with the savor and flavor of seasoning, still giving you a lot of room for modifications and experiments.
Ingredients
- 1- inch Raw ahi tuna steaks = 2
- Extra virgin olive oil = 2 tbsp
- Freshly ground black pepper = to taste
- Kosher salt = to taste
- White sesame seeds = 2 tsp
Instructions
- Take your tuna steaks and pat them dry with paper towels. Then sprinkle salt, freshly ground black pepper, and sesame seeds on both sides of the steaks. Pat to ensure the sticking of the seasoning to the tuna.
- Add oil in a large cast iron skillet and heat it on medium heat. Turn the flame to medium-high and wait until the oil just starts to smoke. At this moment, add seasoned tuna steaks to the skillet.
- Cook each side for 40 seconds to create an enjoyable crust on the outside.
- Take out the steak from the skillet and place it in a dish. Let it rest to cool for a few minutes.
- Slice the tuna steaks against the grain. Serve in the dish. Seared ahi tuna is ready. Enjoy with your desired sauce. Bon Appetit!