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Larry's Catch | Nov 19, 2024 | High Protein

Sesame-Crusted Seared Tuna

Sesame-crusted seared Bluefin Tuna — crispy, nutty exterior with a tender, buttery, medium-rare center.

Servings 2 ppl
Cook 5 min
Difficulty Easy
Dietary High Protein

Ingredients

  • 1 Saku of Bluefin Tuna
  • 1–2 tbsp black sesame seeds
  • 1–2 tbsp white sesame seeds
  • 1–2 tsp olive oil or neutral cooking oil
  • Optional: lemon wedges for serving
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Spatula or tongs

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 200 g
  • Calories: 280 kcal
  • Total Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 3 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugars: 0 g
  • Protein: 32 g
  • Vitamin A: 2% DV
  • Vitamin C: 2% DV
  • Calcium: 4% DV
  • Iron: 12% DV
Nutrition values are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used.

Instructions

  1. Coat your tuna steak in a mixture of black and white sesame seeds.
  2. Sear each side in a hot skillet with a little oil for 1–2 minutes, depending on your preferred doneness. For best results, leave the center rare or medium-rare.
  3. Remove from heat and let rest briefly before slicing against the grain.
  4. Serve immediately with suggested sides like Asian slaw, rice or quinoa, and garlic soy sauce.
Source: https://larryscatch.com/blogs/recipes-3/how-to-cook-tuna