Sesame Crusted Ahi Recipe
Seared, sesame-crusted ahi, sautéed spinach, red pepper, carrots, mushrooms, ginger, cabbage, and edamame on a fried rice puff with cucumber-red pepper relish.
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Ingredients
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Ahi Tuna
Vegetable Sauté
Fried Rice Puff
Cucumber-Red Pepper Relish
Method
Prepare Ahi Tuna
Prep the Tuna
Season the ahi tuna steaks with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Crust the Tuna
Brush the tuna steaks with sesame oil and then coat each side with sesame seeds, pressing down to adhere.
Cook Ahi Tuna
Sear the Tuna
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add a splash of sesame oil, and sear the tuna steaks for about 1-2 minutes per side for medium-rare.
Rest the Tuna
Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest for a couple of minutes before slicing.
Sauté Vegetables
Prepare Vegetables
Chop the red bell pepper, carrots, mushrooms, and cabbage. Mince the ginger.
Make Fried Rice Puff
Prepare Mixture
In a bowl, mix cooked rice, beaten egg, and cornstarch until well combined.
Fry Rice Puff
Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Scoop spoonfuls of the rice mixture and fry until golden brown on both sides. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Prepare Relish
Chop Relish Ingredients
Dice the cucumber and red bell pepper.
Mix Relish
In a small bowl, combine diced cucumber, red bell pepper, rice vinegar, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
Assemble Dish
Plate the Dish
On each fried rice puff, arrange the sautéed vegetables and top with sliced sesame-crusted ahi tuna. Serve with cucumber-red pepper relish on the side.
