Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant shores of Mozambique with the delectable Sesame Tuna Bassas da India. This symphony of flavors combines the finest tuna steaks, coated in a tantalizing sesame crust, and gently poached in a flavorful fish stock. The dish is further enhanced by a medley of aromatic spices, including cumin, coriander, and paprika, which create a harmonious blend of flavors. Accompanying this main course are two equally enticing recipes: a refreshing Cucumber-Tomato Salad with zesty lime dressing and a side of creamy Carrot-Coconut Puree that adds a touch of sweetness and richness. These culinary creations are not only a testament to the culinary heritage of Mozambique but also a celebration of fresh, vibrant ingredients.
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SESAME SEARED TUNA
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
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 WITH ASIAN SLAW
This is a healthy light dinner perfect for a hot summer night. Even better, it can be on the table in 20 minutes! -Jackie Campbell, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place first six ingredients in a large bowl. Toss with 1/4 cup dressing and salt., Place remaining dressing and sesame seeds in separate shallow bowls. Dip tuna in dressing, then in sesame seeds to coat both sides., In a large skillet, cook tuna over medium-high heat until medium-rare to slightly pink in center, 2-3 minutes per side. Serve with slaw.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 534 calories, Fat 24g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 707mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 46g protein.
ASIAN SESAME SEARED OR GRILLED TUNA (GLUTEN FREE)
This is a combination of two fabulous marinades. My kids absolutely love it and ask for me to make it all the time! And, just by using a gluten-free soy sauce, the entire recipe is gluten free! Serve with wasabi paste and rice.
Provided by Nettie
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 1h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk tamari, sesame oil, mirin, honey, vinegar, ginger, green onions, and garlic together in a bowl until marinade is evenly mixed. Place tuna steaks in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Spread sesame seeds onto a plate. Remove tuna from marinade and discard marinade. Press tuna into sesame seeds until evenly coated.
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over high heat until very hot; cook tuna in the hot oil until cooked to desired doneness, 30 seconds to 5 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 65.2 mg, Fat 27.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 42.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 1066.4 mg, Sugar 11.5 g
SEARED SESAME TUNA
Entered for safe-keeping, from Sean Donnellan's "Something Tastes Funny", recipe by Naidre Miller. This cookbook is for new cooks or non-cooks. It doesn't get much simpler than this. This can also be made as an appetizer by slicing cooked tuna thinly and serving on toast points with an avocado slice. The key is really fresh tuna if you don't want to be reminded of all that canned stuff from childhood. Marination time is included in the preparation time.
Provided by KateL
Categories Tuna
Time 36m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Rub tuna steaks with sesame oil and soy sauce, cover, and return them to the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Pour sesame seeds onto a plate and pat tuna steaks onto seeds to coat evenly.
- Heat an iron skillet (or other heavy-bottomed pan) to medium high, add the salt, and place sesame crusted tuna steaks on top of salt.
- Cook tuna steaks for 2 minutes per side, being careful not to burn the sesame seeds.
- Serve immediaely, garnished with cilantro sprigs, and serve with sauteed snow peas or asparagus.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.7, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 66.5, Sodium 3902, Carbohydrate 4.6, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 0.2, Protein 45.4
Tips:
- Choose the freshest tuna steaks possible. This will ensure that your dish is flavorful and succulent.
- Sear the tuna steaks in a hot skillet until they are browned on the outside and rare or medium-rare on the inside. This will help to lock in the moisture and flavor of the fish.
- Make sure the sauce is hot before pouring it over the tuna steaks. This will help to prevent the sauce from congealing and becoming thick.
- Serve the tuna steaks immediately with your favorite sides. Some good options include roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Conclusion:
This sesame tuna recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of flavors is sure to please everyone at the table, and the dish can be easily customized to suit your own taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner option, give this sesame tuna a try!
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