Seared Ahi Sandwich Recipe
Lettuce. Tomato. Cole Slaw. Tartar. Brioche Bun.
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Ingredients
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Sandwich Components
Cole Slaw
Tartar Sauce
Method
Preparation of Cole Slaw
- 1
Prepare the Cabbage and Carrots
Shred the green cabbage and carrots using a box grater or food processor.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and carrots with mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Chill
Mix well and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Tartar Sauce Preparation
- 4
Combine Tartar Sauce Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, dill pickles, capers, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- 5
Taste and Adjust
Taste the tartar sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Cooking Ahi Tuna
- 6
Season Ahi Tuna
Season the Ahi tuna steaks with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 7
Preheat Skillet
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a tablespoon of oil.
- 8
Sear Tuna
Once the skillet is hot, add the tuna steaks and sear for about 1-2 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or longer if desired.
- 9
Rest the Tuna
Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Assembling the Sandwich
- 10
Prepare the Buns
Toast the brioche buns lightly in the skillet or toaster.
- 11
Layer Ingredients
On the bottom half of each bun, layer lettuce leaves, sliced tomato, seared Ahi tuna, and a generous spoonful of cole slaw.
- 12
Add Tartar Sauce
Spread tartar sauce on the top half of the bun.
- 13
Complete the Sandwich
Place the top half of the bun over the assembled ingredients and press down gently.