Seared Ahi Tuna* Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Rice

   In a saucepan, combine jasmine rice, 1 cup of water, and 1 tablespoon of green curry paste. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until rice is tender. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

2. 2

   Make the Broth

   In a pot, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add minced lemongrass and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Stir in coconut milk, vegetable broth, remaining green curry paste, and lime juice. Simmer for 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Sear the Ahi Tuna

   Season the Ahi tuna steaks with salt and black pepper. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over high heat. Sear the tuna steaks for about 1-2 minutes on each side for rare, or until desired doneness. Remove from heat and let rest.

4. 4

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In the same skillet, add shiitake mushrooms, snap peas, and heirloom carrots. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Add Thai basil leaves and stir.

5. 5

   Plate the Dish

   On a plate, create a bed of green curry rice. Place the sautéed vegetables on top and slice the seared Ahi tuna. Arrange the slices on the vegetables and drizzle with spicy coconut lemongrass broth.