Best 4 Wasabi Sesame Crusted Seared Ahi Tuna Salad Recipes

**Seared Ahi Tuna Salad with Wasabi Sesame Crust: A Culinary Symphony of East and West.**

Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that tantalizes your taste buds and transports you to the vibrant crossroads of East and West. Discover the exquisite Seared Ahi Tuna Salad with Wasabi Sesame Crust, a dish that harmoniously blends the bold flavors of Japanese cuisine with the freshness of a classic salad. This recipe symphony features three delectable variations to cater to every palate: the traditional Seared Ahi Tuna Salad, the Wasabi Sesame-Crusted Seared Ahi Tuna Salad, and the Seared Ahi Tuna Salad with Avocado and Ginger Dressing. Each variation offers a unique twist on the main ingredients, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SEARED AHI TUNA AND SALAD OF MIXED GREENS WITH WASABI VINAIGRETTE

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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 14m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 ahi tuna steak, 6 ounces
2 teaspoons five-spice powder, available on spice aisle
1 teaspoon grill seasoning, such as Montreal Steak Seasoning, or salt and coarse pepper
Cooking spray or vegetable oil, for brushing the grill pan
5 ounces, half a sack, mixed prewashed baby salad greens
2 radishes, sliced
1/4 European cucumber, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon wasabi paste
1 tablespoon rice vinegar or rice vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 tablespoons -virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Coat your steak with a combination of five-spice powder and grill seasoning or salt and pepper. Heat a grill pan or griddle over high heat. Spray grill surface or wipe with a thin layer of oil. Add tuna steak to the hot cooking surface and sear tuna 2 minutes on each side. Remove tuna from heat.
Combine greens, radishes and cucumber in a bowl. In a smaller bowl, whisk wasabi, vinegar and soy sauce. Whisk in oil to combine dressing. Drizzle dressing over your salad and toss to coat evenly. Slice tuna on an angle and arrange on the salad.

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

SEARED AHI TUNA SALAD WITH WASABI VINAIGRETTE

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I combined a few recipes to come up with this. The dressing is so good. I used 1 TBS wasabi paste, which makes it a little spicy, so reduce amount if you like less spicy.

Provided by Cul_de_sac_Barbie

Categories < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 (6 ounce) ahi tuna steaks, 6 oz each
1 teaspoon sesame oil
salt
pepper
2 (8 ounce) bags baby greens
1/4 English cucumber, thinly sliced
1 cup red pepper, sliced thin
1 cup tomatoes, diced
1 tablespoon wasabi paste
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

To prepare Tuna, coat with Sesame oil, salt and pepper. On a hot cooking surface sear tuna for 2 minutes on each side for rare. Slice into strips, once cooked.
To prepare dressing, combine Wasabi, rice vinegar, soy sauce and olive oil. Whisk to combine.
Mix the dressing with the lettuce, reserving a small amount to pour over Tuna.
To put together, place coated lettuce on plate, place peppers, cucumber and tomaotes on lettuce. Place sliced Tuna on top of lettuce and vegetables. Drizzle reserved dressing over Tuna.

SEARED AHI TUNA GLAZED WITH WASABI BUTTER

Seared Ahi Tuna Glazed With Wasabi Butter image

I've always loved wasabi with tuna, but usually the wasabi overpowers such a delicate fish. When this recipe came to me through a friend, who doesn't recall its origins, I finally found the perfect marriage of flavors. I can't make this often enough!

Provided by VenomousKate

Categories Tuna

Time 13m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

24 ounces ahi tuna steaks, around 1-inch thick
2 tablespoons dark sesame oil
salt and pepper
1/2 cup butter
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons wasabi paste (the tube kind)
3 green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
lemon slice (for garnish)

Steps:

Drizzle sesame oil on both sides of each tuna steaks. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine remaining ingredients in a small sauce pan. Heat over low heat until butter is melted, stirring constantly to mix and prevent scorching.
While sauce is heating, heat a heavy frying pan on another burner with high heat. Place tuna in pan and sear until crispy and brown. Turn and sear on the other side.
Note: Tuna steak fans who like their tuna on the rare side (like me) will usually find 2 minutes searing time is ample. Folks who like their tuna steaks more well-done (like my DH) may want to sear their tuna for 4-5 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 521.7, Fat 38.2, SaturatedFat 17.7, Cholesterol 125.6, Sodium 1024.9, Carbohydrate 2.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.7, Protein 41.5

Tips:

For the freshest ahi tuna, look for fish that is bright red in color and has a firm texture. Avoid any fish that is brown or has a slimy texture.
If you are using frozen ahi tuna, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight or in a bowl of cold water for about 30 minutes.
To make the wasabi-sesame crust, combine panko breadcrumbs, sesame seeds, wasabi powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Dredge the ahi tuna steaks in the panko mixture, pressing firmly to adhere.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat the pan. Sear the ahi tuna steaks for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are cooked to your desired doneness.
To make the salad, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and avocado in a large bowl. Drizzle with the sesame-ginger dressing and toss to coat.
To serve, place a bed of salad on a plate and top with a seared ahi tuna steak. Drizzle with any remaining sesame-ginger dressing and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Conclusion:

This wasabi-sesame crusted seared ahi tuna salad is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. The ahi tuna is cooked to perfection and the wasabi-sesame crust adds a delicious flavor. The salad is light and refreshing, and the sesame-ginger dressing is the perfect finishing touch. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends!