Sesame Seared Tuna Recipe
seared broccoli, wasabi mashed potatoes, ginger demi glace
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Ingredients
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Tuna
Wasabi Mashed Potatoes
Seared Broccoli
Ginger Demi Glace
Method
Tuna Preparation
- 1
Season the Tuna
Sprinkle the tuna steaks with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 2
Coat with Sesame Oil
Brush both sides of the tuna steaks with sesame oil.
- 3
Coat with Sesame Seeds
Mix the black and white sesame seeds together and press the tuna steaks into the seeds to coat evenly.
- 4
Sear the Tuna
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the tuna steaks for about 1-2 minutes on each side for rare, or cook longer to your desired doneness. Remove from heat and let rest.
Wasabi Mashed Potatoes Preparation
- 5
Cook the Potatoes
Peel and chop the potatoes into chunks. Boil in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- 6
Mash the Potatoes
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter, heavy cream, wasabi paste, salt, and black pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.
Seared Broccoli Preparation
- 7
- 8
Sear the Broccoli
Add broccoli florets to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Sear for 5-7 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
Ginger Demi Glace Preparation
- 9
- 10
Thicken the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry. Add to the saucepan and stir until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
