Best 4 Sesame Tuna Steaks Recipes

Sesame tuna steaks are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy this versatile fish. Tuna is a good source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamins and minerals. Sesame seeds add a nutty flavor and crunchy texture to the tuna, and they are also a good source of fiber and antioxidants. This dish can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it a great option for a weeknight meal. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SESAME GRILLED TUNA STEAKS

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This is a yummy and quick dish. Don't over cook. I like my tuna still pink inside. Left overs are great cold on a green salad!

Provided by Rita1652

Categories Tuna

Time 11m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 lbs tuna steaks
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup rice wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves, crushed and minced finely
1/4 inch fresh ginger, grated
black pepper
chili pepper flakes

Steps:

Put all marinade ingredients into a zip-lock bag shake and add tuna.
Zip and chill for 2 hours.
Place steaks on a clean, hot, oiled, grill. And marinade in pot and reduce to half.
And turn after 3 minutes and cook for three more minutes. Place on serving dish and pour reduced marinade over steaks.

GRILLED SESAME ORANGE TUNA STEAKS

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This recipe was a collaboration between my son and I. He wanted to enter a contest because he aspires to be a chef someday. Although they look fancy, they're easy to make. -Lorna McFadden, Port Orchard, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups instant brown rice
2 cups fresh sugar snap peas
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon butter
1 snack-size cup (4 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/4 cup unsalted cashews, coarsely chopped
4 tuna steaks (6 ounces each)
5 tablespoons sesame ginger marinade, divided

Steps:

Cook rice according to package directions. In a large skillet, saute peas in butter and honey until crisp-tender. Add oranges and cashews; cook and stir 1 minute longer., Brush tuna with 2 tablespoons marinade. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Grill tuna, covered, over high heat or broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare or until slightly pink in the center., Brush tuna with remaining marinade; serve with rice and snap pea mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 822mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 47g protein.

SESAME TUNA STEAKS

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These sesame-crusted tuna steaks will have your taste buds doing cartwheels for this quick-to-fix recipe for two. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 tuna steaks (1 inch thick and 6 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sesame seeds
2 teaspoons sesame oil

Steps:

Sprinkle both sides of tuna steaks with salt; rub with sesame seeds. In a large skillet, cook tuna in oil over medium heat until slightly pink in the center, 2-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 14g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 363mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 44g protein.

SESAME CRUSTED TUNA/SWORDFISH STEAKS

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Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 tbsp. sesame oil
1/4 cup sesame seeds
2-Ahi tuna or swordfish steaks no skin
3 tbsp Lime Juice
Lemongrass & Lemon Seasoning

Steps:

Combine the sesame seeds and 1 tablespoon of the sesame oil in a bowl.Coat the tuna steaks in the sesame seed mixture. Heat a heavy bottomed sauté pan over high heat and add 1 tbsp. of sesame oil till very hot. Place each ahi tuna steak in the heated pan using tongs, and sear each side for no more than 30 seconds. Turn down heat to medium setting, dust each steak with a little lemongrass seasoning, add lemon or lime juice cover and cook for 6 minutes turning each steak after 3 minutes. serve with vegetables and rice

Tips:

Choose the right tuna steaks: Look for steaks that are at least 1 inch thick and have a deep red color. Avoid steaks that are thin or have a grayish color.
Marinate the tuna steaks: Marinating the tuna steaks in a mixture of olive oil, soy sauce, and sesame oil will help to tenderize them and add flavor.
Sear the tuna steaks: Sear the tuna steaks in a hot skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are cooked to your desired doneness.
Make the sesame sauce: While the tuna steaks are searing, make the sesame sauce by combining soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey in a small bowl.
Serve the tuna steaks: Serve the tuna steaks immediately with the sesame sauce drizzled on top. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Conclusion:

Sesame tuna steaks are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The tuna steaks are seared until they are cooked to perfection and then drizzled with a flavorful sesame sauce. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.