Tuna Tataki Recipe
PEPPER CRUSTED TUNA, BLUE CRAB, AVOCADO, SEASONED RICE, ASIAN CHILI SAUCE.
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Ingredients
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Tuna Tataki
Blue Crab Salad
Avocado
Seasoned Rice
Asian Chili Sauce
Method
Prepare the Tuna
- 1
Crust the Tuna
Coat the fresh tuna steak with salt and crushed black peppercorns on all sides.
- 2
Sear the Tuna
Heat sesame oil in a skillet over high heat. Sear the tuna for about 30 seconds on each side until the outside is browned but the inside remains rare. Remove from heat and let cool.
- 3
Slice the Tuna
Once cooled, slice the tuna into thin sashimi-like pieces.
Make the Blue Crab Salad
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a bowl, mix the fresh blue crab meat, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and chopped chives until well combined.
Prepare the Avocado
- 5
Cook the Seasoned Rice
- 6
Prepare the Rice
Rinse sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- 7
Season the Rice
Once cooked, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt into the warm rice until well combined. Let cool.
Make the Asian Chili Sauce
- 8
Combine Sauce Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together chili paste, soy sauce, and honey until smooth.
Assemble the Dish
- 9
Plate the Components
On a serving plate, arrange the seasoned rice, avocado, and blue crab salad. Lay the sliced tuna on top and drizzle with Asian chili sauce before serving.





