Jul 13 2026
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Peppercorn Crusted Hawaiian Ahi Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Sweet Potato Puree | Spicy Inamona

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Ingredients

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Peppercorn Crusted Hawaiian Ahi

Sweet Potato Puree

Spicy Inamona

Method

Peppercorn Crusted Hawaiian Ahi

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ahi

    Coat the Ahi tuna steaks with olive oil, sprinkle with sea salt, and press the crushed black peppercorns onto both sides of each steak.

  2. 2

    Cook the Ahi

    Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the Ahi steaks for about 2-3 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness.

Sweet Potato Puree

  1. 3

    Cook the Sweet Potatoes

    Peel and dice the sweet potatoes. Boil them in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

  2. 4

    Blend the Puree

    Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter, heavy cream, salt, and cinnamon. Blend until smooth.

Spicy Inamona

  1. 5

    Prepare the Inamona

    Toast the macadamia nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden. Let cool, then chop coarsely. Mix with Hawaiian sea salt, chili flakes, and chopped green onions.

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