Sesame Crusted Ahi Recipe

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@smokinfins

Mar 21 2026

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45m

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Serves 2

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Recipe information

Make Sesame Crusted Ahi in just 45m. Seared, sesame-crusted ahi, sautéed spinach, red pepper, carrots, mushrooms, ginger, cabbage, and edamame on a fried rice puff with cucumber-red pepper relish.

Prepare Ahi Tuna

1. Prep the Tuna

Season the ahi tuna steaks with salt and black pepper on both sides.

2. 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

3. 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.

4. Rest the Tuna

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

Sauté Vegetables

5. Prepare Vegetables

Chop the red bell pepper, carrots, mushrooms, and cabbage. Mince the ginger.

6. Sauté

In the same skillet, add a bit more sesame oil and sauté the ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the red bell pepper, carrots, mushrooms, and cabbage, cooking until just tender. Stir in the spinach and edamame, cooking until spinach wilts.

Make Fried Rice Puff

7. Prepare Mixture

In a bowl, mix cooked rice, beaten egg, and cornstarch until well combined.

8. 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

9. Chop Relish Ingredients

Dice the cucumber and red bell pepper.

10. Mix Relish

In a small bowl, combine diced cucumber, red bell pepper, rice vinegar, and salt. Mix well and set aside.

Assemble Dish

11. 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.