This easy seared sesame yellowfin tuna recipe brings a restaurant-quality dish to your own kitchen. With a crisp sesame crust and a perfectly seared center, it’s a simple and impressive meal for any occasion.
PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES
COOK TIME: 10 MINUTES
LEVEL: EASY
YIELD: 5OZ PER SERVING
Ingredients
- 5 oz of Yellowfin Tuna (about 1 inch thick per serving)
- 3 tbs of Sesame Seeds per serving (White, Black, or a combination of both)
- 2 tbs of High Smoke Temperature Oil (grapeseed, vegetable, canola etc.)
Preparation Method
- Remove tuna from packaging and place on a paper towel lined plate. Place another paper towel on top and pat dry. The goal is to make sure the tuna is dry with no residual moisture. This will prevent you from getting a good sear and crust on the tuna.
- Place sesame seeds on a plate and place your tuna on top of the seeds lightly pressing down on the tuna and repeat on all sides. Whatever sticks is the perfect amount.
- Preheat a nonstick pan (preferably a cast iron) on your Wolf Induction Cooktop or Range on high heat. Add your oil. The goal is to get this pan very hot. Once you see light smoke coming up from the pan add your tuna. If you are doing multiple portions, make sure to not overcrowd your pan as this will prevent crust from forming. Sear on each side for 3 mins.
- Transfer your tuna onto a cutting board and cut into ¼ inch slices. Season with salt and pepper. Add your favorite sides and enjoy!
