Blackened Ahi Tuna Recipe
Cajun seared and served with wasabi mashed potatoes and ponzu butter
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Ingredients
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For the Blackened Ahi Tuna
For the Wasabi Mashed Potatoes
For the Ponzu Butter
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Wasabi Mashed Potatoes
Peel and chop the russet potatoes, then boil them in salted water until tender. Drain and return to the pot. Add butter, heavy cream, wasabi paste, and salt. Mash until smooth and creamy. Keep warm.
- 2
Make the Ponzu Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in ponzu sauce and chopped green onions. Heat gently until warm and combined. Remove from heat.
Cooking the Ahi Tuna
- 3
Sear the Tuna Steaks
Pat the tuna steaks dry and coat both sides with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Once hot, add the tuna steaks and sear for about 1-2 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting time for desired doneness. Remove from heat.
