Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPaia FishMarket KailuaBlackened Sashimi Recipe

Blackened Sashimi Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Seared in Cajun Spice, served on a bed of cabbage

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Ingredients

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Sashimi

Method

Preparation of Cabbage Bed

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    In a large bowl, combine shredded green cabbage and julienned carrot.

  2. 2

    Dress the Vegetables

    In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Pour over the cabbage and carrot mixture and toss to coat evenly.

  3. 3

    Set Aside

    Let the cabbage and carrot mixture sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Cooking the Sashimi

  1. 4

    Prepare the Tuna

    Pat the fresh tuna sashimi dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with Cajun spice blend.

  2. 5

    Heat the Oil

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  3. 6

    Sear the Tuna

    Once the oil is hot, carefully place the seasoned tuna in the skillet. Sear for about 1-2 minutes on each side until a blackened crust forms, but the center remains rare.

  4. 7

    Remove from Heat

    Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest for a couple of minutes before slicing.

Assembly

  1. 8

    Slice the Tuna

    Using a sharp knife, slice the seared tuna into thin pieces.

  2. 9

    Plate the Dish

    On a serving plate, create a bed of the cabbage and carrot mixture. Arrange the sliced tuna sashimi on top.

  3. 10

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your blackened sashimi!

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