This Sesame Seared Tuna with Ginger-Carrot Dipping Sauce is a sophisticated, healthy dish that brings together the fresh flavors of sushi-grade yellowfin tuna with a tangy and refreshing dipping sauce. Coated in a sesame seed crust and quickly seared for a perfectly tender center, the tuna is complemented by a dipping sauce made with carrot juice, ginger, and soy sauce. Perfect for a light dinner or appetizer, this dish is both flavorful and nutritious.
Sesame Seared Tuna with Ginger-Carrot Dipping Sauce
Course: Main, AppetizersCuisine: Asian-inspired4
servings15
minutes5
minutes260
kcalThey may be tiny, but seeds pack a powerful nutritional punch.
Ingredients
- FOR THE DIPPING SAUCE
2 tablespoons mirin
2 teaspoons white miso
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
1/3 cup carrot juice
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons distilled white vinegar
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
1 scallion, green part only, thinly sliced
- FOR THE TUNA
3 tablespoons unhulled white sesame seeds
1 tablespoon unhulled black sesame seeds
1 pound sushi-grade yellowfin tuna, cut into 4-ounce rectangular pieces
1 tablespoon safflower oil
Directions
- Prepare the dipping sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mirin, white miso, grated ginger, carrot juice, orange juice, soy sauce, vinegar, red pepper flakes, and sesame oil. Stir in the thinly sliced scallion. Set aside for the flavors to meld while you prepare the tuna.
- Coat the tuna: In a shallow dish, combine the white and black sesame seeds. Press each piece of tuna into the sesame seed mixture, coating all sides evenly.
- Sear the tuna: Heat the safflower oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, sear the tuna for about 30-40 seconds on each side until the sesame seeds are golden but the inside remains rare. Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest for a minute.
- Serve: Slice the seared tuna into thin strips and serve alongside the ginger-carrot dipping sauce. Garnish with extra scallions if desired.
Notes
- Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Total Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 45mg
Sodium: 290mg
Carbohydrates: 7g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 4g
Protein: 27g
This Sesame Seared Tuna with Ginger-Carrot Dipping Sauce is a light yet flavorful dish perfect for any seafood lover. The combination of the crispy sesame crust and the refreshing, slightly sweet dipping sauce creates a balance of textures and flavors that will delight your taste buds. Enjoy it as a main course or a stunning appetizer for your next meal!
