Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsKemuriTuna Tataki Recipe

Tuna Tataki Recipe

Inspired by Kemuri
Time45m
Serves2

PEPPER CRUSTED TUNA, BLUE CRAB, AVOCADO, SEASONED RICE, ASIAN CHILI SAUCE.

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Ingredients

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Tuna Tataki

Avocado

Seasoned Rice

Asian Chili Sauce

Method

Prepare the Tuna

  1. 1

    Crust the Tuna

    Coat the fresh tuna steak with salt and crushed black peppercorns on all sides.

  2. 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. 3

    Slice the Tuna

    Once cooled, slice the tuna into thin sashimi-like pieces.

Make the Blue Crab Salad

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In a bowl, mix the fresh blue crab meat, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and chopped chives until well combined.

Prepare the Avocado

  1. 5

    Mash the Avocado

    Cut the ripe avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash it with lime juice and a pinch of salt until smooth.

Cook the Seasoned Rice

  1. 6

    Prepare the Rice

    Rinse sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to package instructions.

  2. 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

  1. 8

    Combine Sauce Ingredients

    In a small bowl, whisk together chili paste, soy sauce, and honey until smooth.

Assemble the Dish

  1. 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.

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