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Sliced sesame seed crusted bluefin tuna in a shallow white bowl with thinly sliced cucmber and sliced avocado. A small brown bowl of soy sauce is in the background.

Sesame Crusted Bluefin Tuna

Description

Perfectly seared tuna with a crunchy sesame crust, paired with creamy avocado and crisp cucumber, makes this Sesame Crusted Bluefin Tuna Bowl both delicious and impressive, without the complexity.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 6–8 ounce bluefin tuna filet
  • 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup white sesame seeds
  • 1/3 cup black sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil (or any high smoke-point oil)
  • 1 mini cucumber, sliced thin
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup microgreens, for garnish (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch of black pepper

For the Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup Ponzu sauce
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons Sriracha

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine Ponzu sauce, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil and Sriracha. Mix well and set aside.
  2. Slice the cucumber and avocado. Season the avocado slices with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
  3. In a shallow bowl, mix together the white and black sesame seeds.
  4. Pat the tuna filet dry and coat all over with lemon juice.
  5. Place the tuna in the sesame seeds, pressing down to coat the top, bottom, and sides.
  6. Heat a pan to high and add the peanut oil.
  7. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the tuna in the pan and sear on all sides for just under a minute on each side and the edges.
  8. Remove the tuna from the pan and allow it to rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  9. Arrange the cucumber and avocado slices in a bowl. Place the sliced tuna on top.
  10. Drizzle a little of the prepared sauce over the tuna and cucumbers.
  11. Serve immediately.
  12. ENJOY!

Equipment

Notes

  • Use fresh, high-quality tuna, ideally sushi-grade Bluefin or Ahi, for the best flavor and texture.
  • If using frozen tuna, be sure to thaw properly in the fridge.
  • As an alternative, coat the tuna in soy sauce instead of lemon juice.
  • Press the sesame seeds firmly onto the tuna to ensure an even crust and prevent them from falling off during searing.
  • Use a high-smoke point oil for searing. This will help to prevent the oil from breaking down which can produce an unpleasant flavor.
  • Avoid overcooking by searing the tuna quickly over high heat, just under a minute on each side, to keep the center rare and tender.
  • Let the tuna rest for a few minutes before slicing, which helps retain moisture and makes slicing easier.
  • For a better presentation, slice the tuna thinly with a sharp knife.
  • Customize the sauce to your taste by adjusting the Sriracha or soy sauce as needed.
  • Serve the bowl immediately after assembling to enjoy the contrast between the warm tuna and the cool cucumber and avocado.
  • Prep Time: 7 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer, Lunch, Dinner
  • Method: Easy
  • Cuisine: Seafood

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