Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Oceanaire Seafood RoomSeared Sesame Crusted Yellowfin Tuna Recipe

Seared Sesame Crusted Yellowfin Tuna Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Seaweed Salad, Pickled Ginger, Caramel Soy, Wasabi

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tuna

    Pat the yellowfin tuna fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Coat with Sesame Seeds

    Spread the sesame seeds on a plate and press the tuna fillets into the seeds, coating both sides evenly.

  3. 3

    Heat the Oil

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

  4. 4

    Sear the Tuna

    Add the sesame-crusted tuna to the skillet and sear for about 1-2 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or longer if desired.

  5. 5

    Prepare Caramel Soy Sauce

    In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce and brown sugar over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens slightly.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Slice the tuna into thin pieces. Arrange on a plate with seaweed salad, pickled ginger, and a dollop of wasabi. Drizzle the caramel soy sauce over the tuna.

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