Best 3 Sesame Crusted Tuna With Watercress Salad Recipes

Indulge in a culinary journey to the Orient with this tantalizing Sesame Crusted Tuna with Watercress Salad. This exquisite dish combines the delicate flavors of seared tuna, coated in a crispy sesame crust, with the refreshing crunch of a watercress salad, creating a harmonious balance of flavors and textures. The accompanying recipes in this article offer a delightful exploration of Asian cuisine, featuring aromatic stir-fries, flavorful curries, and delectable noodle dishes. From the spicy kick of Kung Pao Chicken to the savory depths of Pad Thai, these recipes promise an explosion of flavors that will transport you to the heart of Asia.

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SESAME SEARED TUNA

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Easy, great tasting tuna coated with sesame seeds, and quickly seared. This tuna is served rare, so be sure to use a good quality fresh tuna.

Provided by NEWORLEANSGIGLET

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Japanese

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

¼ cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon mirin (Japanese sweet wine)
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
4 (6 ounce) tuna steaks
½ cup sesame seeds
wasabi paste
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

In a small bowl, stir together the soy sauce, mirin, honey and sesame oil. Divide into two equal parts. Stir the rice vinegar into one part and set aside as a dipping sauce.
Spread the sesame seeds out on a plate. Coat the tuna steaks with the remaining soy sauce mixture, then press into the sesame seeds to coat.
Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over high heat until very hot. Place steaks in the pan, and sear for about 30 seconds on each side. Serve with the dipping sauce and wasabi paste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.2 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Cholesterol 77.2 mg, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 44.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 1045.5 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

SESAME-CRUSTED TUNA

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Provided by Food Network

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/4 cup sesame seeds
1 tablespoon black sesame seeds, optional
salt and freshly ground black pepper
salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing the fish
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
2 pounds tuna steaks, cut in 6 equal portions, approximately 1-inch thick
fleur de sel

Steps:

In a dry skillet on medium heat, toast the white sesame seeds until they are just beginning to turn light golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and spread seeds on a plate. Add the black sesame seeds to the plate if using, and stir seeds around with fingertips to combine.
Brush the tuna pieces on all sides with olive oil. Season on all sides with salt and pepper, and dip tuna pieces in the seeds, pressing to coat on all sides. Set aside on a wax foil lined cookie sheet.
When ready to cook, heat the 2 tablespoons olive oil on medium high in the skillet. When oil is hot, add the butter, when the butter foams, add the fish to the skillet. Let cook without moving the fish for about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, until the sesame crust begins to crisp and brown. When the crust is golden brown, turn the fish and cook until the other side is golden brown and crisp, about another 2 minutes, adding additional butter if needed to keep the fish from sticking and speed up the browning. Once the second side is browned, turn the fish pieces on edge with tongs, to brown the remaining sides.
Remove from heat and set aside. Fish will be medium rare at this point. If you prefer fish more well done, place the ban with the fish in a 375 degree F oven for another 3 to 5 minutes.
To serve, slice each portion in half and place on the pasta bed with the edges overlapping. Sprinkle with finishing salt, if desired.

SEARED SESAME-CRUSTED TUNA

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Posted in response to a request. This is a beautiful and simple way to serve one of the tastiest fish around.. enjoy!

Provided by Miraklegirl

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 7m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1/4 cup black sesame seed
1/2 cup white sesame seeds
4 (6 ounce) ahi tuna steaks, 1 inch thick
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil or 2 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

In a shallow dish, combine the two types of sesame seeds and stir to mix.
Season the tuna with salt and pepper and dredge in the sesame seeds, coating the tuna evenly.
In a non stick pan, warm the oil until smoking, arrange the tuna in the pan (making sure not to overcrowd) and cook until the white sesame seeds start to turn golden underneath (around 1 minute).
Carefully turn the tuna over and cook for about another minute.
Transfer the tuna to a cutting board and cut into 1/4 inch thick slices.
Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.6, Fat 28.6, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 64.6, Sodium 69.3, Carbohydrate 6.4, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 44.5

Tips:

To ensure the tuna is cooked evenly, use a thick tuna steak that is at least 1 inch thick.
For the best flavor, use high-quality sesame seeds.
If you don't have watercress, you can substitute arugula or baby spinach.
To make the dressing, use a good quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
To add a bit of spice to the dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing.
Serve the tuna immediately after cooking so that it is still hot and crispy.

Conclusion:

This sesame crusted tuna recipe is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The tuna is cooked to perfection and the watercress salad is a refreshing and light side dish. The dish is also very easy to make, so it is perfect for busy weeknights.