Pan Seared Ahi Tuna. INGREDIENTS 2 lbs sushi grade ahi tuna steaks (about 1.5-2 in. thick) MARINADE + 3 TBSP soy sauce + 1 tsp sesame oil SESAME CRUST + 1/3 C sesame seeds + 1 TBSP brown sugar + 1 tsp garlic powder + 1 tsp onion powder + 1 tsp kosher salt Serve with smoked sea salt and sliced green onion. DIRECTIONS + STEP 1: MARINADE Combine soy sauce and sesame oil in a shallow dish and coat the ahi on all sides. Let the ahi sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes while preparing the sesame crust. + STEP 2: SESAME CRUST Mix sesame seeds, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt on a plate. Place the ahi steaks on the sesame seed crust mixture and press firmly to get the crust to stick. Coat all sides. + STEP 3: COOK Heat skillet over medium heat, and when its blazing hot, add a little neutral oil to the pan and then carefully add the ahi. Cook undisturbed for 45-60 seconds until they get a nice seared crust. Flip and repeat the process on the other side and then remove. + STEP 4: SERVE Slice the ahi and garnish with sliced green onion and smoked, flaked sea salt. + SUSHI GRADE: "Sushi grade" is not a real level of quality but it's often used to describe high-quality fish that has been frozen very soon after being caught. This freezing process is important for helping make the fish safe to eat raw. Always buy your fish from trusted sources and buy local when possible. Fish should never have a "fishy" smell or inconsistent textures or odd discoloration. High-quality fish can be purchased from local fish markets, higher-end grocery stores, ordered online, and often can be purchased by the pound from local sushi restaurants.
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