Szechuan Pepper Crusted Tuna Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Cucumbers

   In a bowl, combine the sliced cucumber with rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a pinch of salt. Toss well and let it marinate for about 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Prepare the Szechuan Pepper Crust

   In a spice grinder, pulse the Szechuan peppercorns until finely ground. Mix with salt and black pepper.

3. 3

   Season the Tuna

   Pat the tuna steaks dry with paper towels. Brush with soy sauce and then press the Szechuan pepper crust mixture onto all sides of the tuna.

4. 4

   Cook the Tuna

   In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Sear the tuna steaks for 1-2 minutes on each side for medium-rare, adjusting time based on thickness. Remove from heat.

5. 5

   Prepare Soy Ginger Butter

   In the same skillet, add the remaining butter, ginger, and a splash of soy sauce. Stir until melted and combined.

6. 6

   Serve

   Slice the tuna and serve it on a plate with the marinated cucumbers on the side. Drizzle the soy ginger butter over the tuna and add fresh wasabi to taste.