**Seared Ahi over Asian Green Beans and Carrots: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors**
Savor the tantalizing fusion of flavors in this delectable dish, where seared ahi tuna takes center stage, majestically perched atop a vibrant medley of Asian green beans and carrots. This culinary masterpiece is a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring succulent tuna with a perfectly seared exterior and a tender, melt-in-your-mouth interior, complemented by the crisp-tender vegetables bathed in a luscious Asian-inspired sauce. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will transport your taste buds to a realm of pure bliss.
**Recipes Included:**
1. **Seared Ahi Tuna:** Discover the art of searing tuna to perfection, resulting in a beautifully browned exterior and a tender, juicy interior that will leave you craving more.
2. **Asian Green Beans and Carrots:** Learn how to prepare a vibrant and flavorful vegetable medley using fresh green beans, crisp carrots, and a tantalizing Asian-inspired sauce that elevates the dish to new heights.
3. **Asian Vinaigrette:** Create a tangy and aromatic vinaigrette that perfectly complements the seared ahi and Asian-style vegetables, adding a burst of freshness and acidity to balance the richness of the dish.
HONEY-GLAZED CARROTS AND GREEN BEANS
Steps:
- Cook 2 cups each chopped carrots and green beans in a medium pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 3 minutes. Drain, then return the vegetables to the pot with 2 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon honey and the zest of 1/2 lemon; season with salt. Cook, stirring, over medium heat, 1 minute.
SEARED AHI OVER ASIAN GREEN BEANS AND CARROTS
This tuna is plain perfect. I guar-an-tee that we will be making this often. And the veggies were absolutely delicious. Bravo!
Provided by Ashley Burnam
Categories Fish
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. To start, rinse and peel the carrots and trim the ends off the green beans. Then with the same peeler, continue to peel the carrot while rotating to create noodle looking carrot strings. --You won't use the whole carrot, just peel until it gets too small to make nice looking strings.
- 2. In a large saute pan, heat the butter and garlic on medium/high until it sizzles, then add the vegetables an- toss with tongs and cover.
- 3. After about 2 minutes, add about 5-10 grinds of fresh black pepper and a pinch of crushed pepper flakes and return the cover.
- 4. While waiting on the veggies, coat the Ahi steaks in sesame seeds and some pepper. Also heat a skillet to medium/high
- 5. After a few minutes more have gone by, add the teriyaki sauce and honey into the pan, toss and lower heat to medium.
- 6. Note: Depending on how crunchy you like your veggies, this side could be done right now. If you like them a little more soft then just cover for an additional 5-8 minutes on medium/low.
- 7. Place the Ahi steaks in the hot hot skillet and sear top and bottom for about 45 seconds to a minute. If the fish is very thick I like to sear the sides too.
- 8. With a very sharp knife, slice the Ahi to about 1/4 inch pieces and lay on top of the veggies to plate. Dish should be eaten right away
ASIAN-STYLE GREEN BEANS
These Asian-style green beans are a tasty addition to any meal. The flavors of sesame oil and soy sauce work so well together! -Susan Bickta, Kutztown, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add green beans; cook and stir until heated through. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in soy sauce and sugar until sugar is dissolved. If desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts :
GLAZED CARROTS AND GREEN BEANS
This simple dish is always a big hit, even with non-vegetable lovers. I've substituted frozen green beans for fresh, omitting the blanching process, and it still tastes great.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add carrots; cover and cook for 1 minute. Add beans; cover and cook 2 minutes longer. Drain and immediately place vegetables in ice water. Drain and pat dry. , Place the vegetables in a large skillet; add broth and butter. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until liquid is reduced to about 2 teaspoons. Add the sugar, salt and pepper; cook and stir for 1 minute.
Nutrition Facts :
SEARED AHI TUNA WITH ASIAN SLAW
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the cabbages, green beans, red bell pepper, pickled ginger, and cilantro. Cover and refrigerate.
- In a small saucepan heat the canola oil to 325 degrees F and carefully fry the wonton strips for 3 to 4 seconds, until golden brown. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the strips to a paper towel to drain. Set aside.
- For the dressing:
- In a blender or food processor, blend together the ginger, green onion, garlic, and cilantro.
- For the Tuna:
- Coat the tuna with the oil and season with the salt and pepper. On a plate scatter the sesame seeds and press the tuna into the seeds on both sides, gently shaking off the excess.
- Heat a large grill or saute pan over high heat and sear the tuna for 3 minutes on each side. Remove the fish from the pan and let rest for several minutes before slicing. The tuna will be medium-rare.
- Toss the vegetables with half of the dressing and mix well. Add half of the wonton strips and gently combine. Mound the slaw onto a platter or indivisual plates. Place the sliced tuna on top of the salad and drizzle the remaining dressing on top. Garnish with the remaining wonton strips.
GINGER, CARROT AND SESAME GREEN BEANS
Steps:
- Heat a wok over high heat, and then add the vegetable oil. Add the ginger and cook for 30 seconds. Add the carrots and green beans and stir-fry for 2 minutes (adding a splash of water if necessary to facilitate cooking). Season the vegetables with the light soy, rice vinegar and a drizzle of toasted sesame oil. Garnish with a sprinkling of the toasted white and black sesame seeds.
ASIAN-FLAVORED SEARED TUNA WITH GREEN BEANS
Provided by Gail Conde
Categories Bean Fish Tuna Green Bean Spring Bon Appétit Florida
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix soy sauce, wasabi powder and garlic powder in 8x8x2-inch glass dish. Add tuna; turn several times to coat with marinade. Let stand 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain well.
- Heat sesame oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove tuna from marinade; reserve marinade. Sprinkle tuna on all sides with pepper. Add tuna to skillet and cook until just opaque in center, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer tuna to plates. Add green beans, sugar and reserved marinade to skillet. Cook until sauce is reduced enough to coat beans, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes. Using tongs, place beans alongside tuna and serve.
SPICY SESAME NOODLE, GREEN BEAN, AND CARROT SALAD
Categories Salad Pasta Vegetable Appetizer Side Green Bean Carrot Summer Chill Vegan Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Kosher
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Stir first 8 ingredients in medium bowl to blend. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Let stand 30 minutes to blend flavors.
- Cook green beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer beans to cold water to cool. Drain well. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Return water to boil. Add pasta and cook until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring often, about 2 minutes. Drain. Rinse pasta under cold water. Drain well.
- Combine green beans, pasta, carrots, green onions and dressing in large bowl. Toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover; chill.)
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients prepped and measured. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling during the cooking process.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your dish will taste. Look for produce that is in season and avoid using any ingredients that are past their prime.
- Don't overcook the ahi: Ahi is a delicate fish that can easily be overcooked. Cook it for just a few minutes per side, or until it is cooked to your desired doneness.
- Make sure the sauce is flavorful: The sauce is an important part of this dish, so make sure it is packed with flavor. Use a variety of ingredients, such as soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic, to create a complex and delicious sauce.
- Serve the dish immediately: This dish is best served immediately after it is cooked. The ahi will be at its most tender and flavorful when it is hot off the grill.
Conclusion:
This seared ahi over Asian green beans and carrots is a healthy and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The ahi is cooked to perfection and the sauce is packed with flavor. The green beans and carrots add a crunchy texture and a pop of color to the dish. Overall, this is a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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