| Level: | Intermediate |
| Total: | 40 min |
| Active: | 30 min |
| Yield: | 2 to 4 servings |
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
- 1 pound sashimi-grade ahi tuna (steaks or loin)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (from about a 1/2-inch piece)
- 1/2 cup ponzu
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 Fresno chile, thinly sliced
- Canola oil, for cooking
- 2 shallots, thinly sliced
- Kosher salt
- Olive oil, for searing
- 1 scallion, finely sliced on the bias
Instructions
- Combine the sesame seeds in a shallow bowl. Lightly rub the tuna in the olive oil, then sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper. Press the tuna into the sesame seeds, applying firm pressure so the seeds stick. Cover completely and chill in the refrigerator, uncovered, for 5 minutes, to allow the seeds to stick.
- For the vinaigrette: In a medium bowl, whisk together the grated ginger, ponzu, soy, vinegar, sesame oil and Fresno. Pour into a serving bowl and set aside.
- In a large nonstick pan, heat 1/2 inch canola oil to 320 degrees F.
- Add the shallots to the oil in small batches and fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate and drain. Season with salt.
- Add 1/4 cup olive oil to another large, nonstick pan and turn the heat on high until hot. Add the sesame-crusted tuna and sear all over for 30 seconds on each side. Remove from the pan and slice 1/2-inch thick.
- Shingle the tuna on a platter, then sprinkle over the fried shallots and sliced scallions. Serve with the vinaigrette alongside.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size | 1 of 4 servings |
| Calories | 338 |
| Total Fat | 18 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 10 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Protein | 33 g |
| Cholesterol | 44 mg |
| Sodium | 1424 mg |
| Serving Size | 1 of 4 servings |
| Calories | 338 |
| Total Fat | 18 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 10 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Protein | 33 g |
| Cholesterol | 44 mg |
| Sodium | 1424 mg |
Reviews
I made this last week because the recipe included ingredients we always have on hand. The recipe was easy to follow and cooking time worked out perfectly. The flavors were spot on and so delicious. I will keep this one and recommend it to all cooks regardless of experience.
Absolutely outstanding Hunter – we eat Ahi often and finally a recipe that does it justice! Thank you – keep giving us more!
Excellent!! I didn’t make the shallots but the ponzu vinaigrette was soooo good with the tuna! I served with potstickers and the vinaigrette was great with them too.
This meal was absolutely delicious! Great job Hunter, I wish I could share a picture
Incredible date night dinner! Couldn’t wait to make after watching the show. Served with warm sake and green beans (using essentially the same sauce for the beans). Keep giving us recipes that knock it out of the park Hunter!
This was a delicious recipe, Hunter! Highly recommend!