Seared Ahi Tuna Recipe

Time30m

Serves2

Pickled Lipstick Peppers, Avocado Cilantro Aioli

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Ingredients

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1
Pickling the Peppers
In a saucepan, combine white vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Heat until the sugar and salt dissolve. Add sliced lipstick peppers and simmer for about 5 minutes. Transfer to a jar and let cool.
2
Preparing the Aioli
In a blender, combine avocado, mayonnaise, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
3
Searing the Ahi Tuna
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the Ahi tuna steaks with salt and black pepper. Sear for about 1-2 minutes on each side for rare, or longer if desired. Sprinkle sesame seeds on both sides while cooking.
4
Serving
Plate the seared Ahi tuna alongside pickled lipstick peppers. Drizzle with avocado cilantro aioli and serve immediately.