Meat, poultry and fish

Tuna with Sesame Crust

Name: Tuna with Sesame Crust
Prep time: 20 min
Yield: 5 portions
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons vinegar (45 ml); 2 tablespoons honey (30 g); 1 tablespoon raw sesame oil (15 ml); A pinch of salt (0.4 g); A pinch of black pepper (0.2 g); 5 fresh tuna steaks (600 g); ½ teaspoon salt (2.5 g); 4 tablespoons sesame seeds (30 g)

Preparation time: 20 min

Serves: 5 portions

Flavorful, light, and easy to make! This recipe uses fresh tuna rich in omega-3 and packed with umami flavors.

With just a few ingredients, you give your tuna a special twist and elevate your meal.

Ingredients

Sauce
- 3 tablespoons vinegar (45 ml)
- 2 tablespoons honey (30 g)
- 1 tablespoon raw sesame oil (15 ml)
- A pinch of salt (0.4 g)
- A pinch of black pepper (0.2 g)
Tuna
- 5 fresh tuna steaks (600 g)
- ½ teaspoon salt (2.5 g)
- 4 tablespoons sesame seeds (30 g)

Modo de preparo

Make the sauce: in a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, honey, sesame oil, salt, and pepper; set aside.
Prepare the tuna: season the tuna with salt, then press both sides of each steak into the sesame seeds until coated.
Heat a large non-stick skillet (lightly oiled) over medium heat. Place the tuna in the pan and sear for 5 minutes on each side, or until golden on the surface and tender when touched with a fork.
Remove from heat, drizzle with the reserved sauce, and serve immediately.

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