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Ahi Tuna Recipe -Seared served over sushi rice with avocado and soy sauce on a white ceramic plate

How To Make Ahi Tuna Recipe -Seared Like A Chef In Just 15 Minutes!

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Seared ahi tuna with a crisp sesame crust and a rare, buttery center, this restaurant-quality dish is ready in 15 minutes and packed with umami-rich flavor. Perfect for date night, light dinners, or high-protein meals.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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2 ahi tuna steaks (150g each)

2 tbsp sesame oil

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp ponzu sauce

1/2 tsp wasabi

1 tsp sesame seeds (black & white)

1/2 tsp furikake

1/2 tsp grated ginger

1 clove garlic, minced

Salt & black pepper to taste

Instructions

Pat tuna dry. Season with salt, pepper, sesame seeds, and furikake.

Heat a non-stick or cast-iron pan over high heat. Add 1 tbsp sesame oil.

Sear tuna steaks 1–2 minutes per side for medium-rare. Do not overcook.

Let rest 2–3 minutes. Slice against the grain using a sharp knife.

Serve with soy or ponzu sauce. Garnish with sesame oil, seeds, and wasabi if desired.

Notes

Use sushi-grade tuna for best results. Pairs well with sushi rice, avocado salad, or cucumber slaw. For variety, try grilling or making poke bowls.

  • Author: Emily Carter
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Searing
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 steak
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg