Crusted Sesame Seed Tuna

Crusted Sesame Seed Tuna

(2 servings)

Ingredients:

2 (4-6 oz.) Tuna Steaks (1 inch thick)

1 tsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil

4 drops Sesame Oil

½ tsp. Black Pepper

¾ cup Sesame Seeds (see note)

Sauce:

3 tsp. Hoisin Sauce

2 tsp. Soy Sauce

1 tsp. Hot Sauce (Thai is best)

Directions:

Rub olive oil over both sides of tuna.  Use one drop of sesame oil on each side of tuna and then sprinkle pepper on all sides.  Place sesame seeds in a flat dish and coat the tuna pieces on all sides.  Place tuna on a hot grill (high heat) and cook for 1 to 1 ½ minutes per side.  Tuna should be rare (bright pink).  Cooking time may vary because of weather conditions and the grill you are using.  Remove to a cutting board and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing in thin strips.  While tuna is resting mix the 3 ingredients for the sauce together.  Plate the strips and drizzle sauce over them and serve.  Sauce can be served on the side so individuals can control amount they use.

Note:               If you can find both white and black sesame seeds, mix them

                        for a nice contrast.

Note:               The tuna can be cooked indoors in a hot sauté pan (high heat) with a little canola oil.  Cooking is basically the same.

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