Jul 09 2026
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Seared Rare Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna Recipe

Inspired by Blu Ristorante
Time1h
Serves2

Honey Spiced Eggplant, Pineapple Chutney, Red Pepper Coulis

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Ingredients

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Ahi Tuna

Honey Spiced Eggplant

Pineapple Chutney

Red Pepper Coulis

Method

Prepare Ahi Tuna

  1. 1

    Marinate Ahi Tuna

    In a bowl, mix soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Marinate the Ahi tuna steaks for about 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Crust the Tuna

    Remove the tuna from the marinade and coat each side with sesame seeds, pressing gently to adhere.

  3. 3

    Sear the Tuna

    In a hot pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the tuna for 1-2 minutes on each side for rare, or until desired doneness.

Prepare Honey Spiced Eggplant

  1. 4

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 5

    Season Eggplant

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, honey, cinnamon, and salt. Toss the sliced eggplant in this mixture.

  3. 6

    Roast Eggplant

    Spread the eggplant on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.

Prepare Pineapple Chutney

  1. 7

    Cook Chutney

    In a saucepan over medium heat, combine pineapple, red onion, ginger, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and salt. Cook until thickened, about 15 minutes.

Prepare Red Pepper Coulis

  1. 8

    Blend Coulis

    In a blender, combine roasted red peppers, garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt. Blend until smooth.

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