Seared tuna is a delicacy that offers a tantalizing fusion of flavors and textures. This dish combines the rich, meaty taste of tuna with a vibrant Japanese salsa, creating a harmonious balance between East and West. The searing technique caramelizes the exterior of the tuna, while leaving the interior tender and juicy. The Japanese salsa, with its combination of fresh, tangy, and slightly sweet ingredients, complements the tuna perfectly. Whether you are a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to impress your guests, this seared tuna with Japanese salsa recipe is sure to become a favorite.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SESAME SEARED TUNA
Easy, great tasting tuna coated with sesame seeds, and quickly seared. This tuna is served rare, so be sure to use a good quality fresh tuna.
Provided by NEWORLEANSGIGLET
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Japanese
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, stir together the soy sauce, mirin, honey and sesame oil. Divide into two equal parts. Stir the rice vinegar into one part and set aside as a dipping sauce.
- Spread the sesame seeds out on a plate. Coat the tuna steaks with the remaining soy sauce mixture, then press into the sesame seeds to coat.
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over high heat until very hot. Place steaks in the pan, and sear for about 30 seconds on each side. Serve with the dipping sauce and wasabi paste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.2 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Cholesterol 77.2 mg, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 44.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 1045.5 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
SEARED TUNA WITH JAPANESE SALSA
Great combination of flavors and super easy from Rachel Ray. The recipe posted is her recipe, however, I use half the soy sauce and half the vinegar and half the sugar.
Provided by Vicki in CT
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix all the ingredients for the sauce.
- Add the chopped tomato, cilantro and onion.
- Season the tuna very well with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over high heat and add the vegetable oil. When the oil is hot, sear the tuna for 30 seconds on each side. Remove from heat and slice the tuna into 1/4-inch slices. This should be rare to medium rare.
- To serve, neatly arrange the tuna slices and avocado slices on a plate and drizzle the sauce over the tuna.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.6, Fat 29.3, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 66.5, Sodium 4219.4, Carbohydrate 18.7, Fiber 8.3, Sugar 6, Protein 51.8
SEARED TUNA WITH CITRUS SALSA
Steps:
- Rub tuna steaks with peppercorns and set aside while you make the salsa.
- To make the salsa, section oranges, removing all peels and pith. Chop orange sections into 1/2-inch pieces. Combine orange with onion, cilantro, olive oil and lime juice. Toss together, season with salt and cayenne and set aside. Rub a cast iron grill pan with oil and heat. Grill tuna, turning once, until desired degree of rareness is reached, from 2 to 5 minutes per side, depending on thickness. Serve topped with citrus salsa.
SESAME SEARED TUNA AND SUSHI BAR SPINACH SALAD
This recipe is dedicated to the other side of the sushi bar menu, where after you work your way through the nigiri and sushi rolls, you discover things like tuna tataki and cold, Japanese-style spinach salad. While I can't promise authenticity, I can promise this is fast and simple to make--and I think, extremely delicious.
Provided by Chef John
Time 20m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place spinach in a dry pot set over medium-high heat and cook, stirring, until it just begins to wilt, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer into a strainer to cool.
- While spinach cools, toast white sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until light golden brown. Transfer into a mortar and pestle and crush into a very coarse paste, leaving some seeds whole. Add white sugar, soy sauce, and mirin. Stir with a wooden spoon to combine and reserve.
- Transfer cooled spinach to a towel and squeeze out any excess liquid. Chop roughly and add to a mixing bowl. Add the dressing and mix well. Cover and chill thoroughly before serving.
- Mix mayonnaise, miso paste, and rice vinegar together for miso mayo sauce. Place in the refrigerator until needed.
- Lightly salt tuna steaks, and then coat all sides well with as many sesame seeds as you like, pressing them lightly as you do.
- Brush a nonstick pan with oil and place over medium heat. Sear tuna steaks in the hot pan for 30 to 45 seconds on each side, as well as each edges.
- Slice and place tuna over the miso sauce. Brush tuna with ponzu and serve with spinach salad on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 593.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 74.1 mg, Fat 39.7 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 41.9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 1167 mg, Sugar 8 g
Tips:
- Select high-quality tuna steaks: Choose sushi-grade or sashimi-grade tuna steaks for the best flavor and texture.
- Properly sear the tuna steaks: Sear the tuna steaks over high heat to create a flavorful crust while keeping the inside rare or medium-rare.
- Use a flavorful marinade or rub: Marinating or rubbing the tuna steaks in a mixture of soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic adds extra flavor.
- Make a delicious Japanese salsa: Combine diced cucumber, avocado, red onion, cilantro, and a tangy dressing made with rice vinegar, sesame oil, and lime juice for a refreshing and flavorful salsa.
- Serve with accompaniments: Accompany the seared tuna with steamed rice, quinoa, or a salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Conclusion:
Seared tuna with Japanese salsa is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or even as part of a poke bowl. The combination of seared tuna's slightly crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior, paired with the refreshing and tangy Japanese salsa, creates a harmonious and satisfying culinary experience. Whether you're cooking for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner, this dish is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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