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Japanese Sesame-Crusted Tuna Sashimi with Ponzu Sauce

Name: Japanese Sesame-Crusted Tuna Sashimi with Ponzu Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Tuna steaks, 4 steaks, 6 oz each; White sesame seeds, 1 cup; Black sesame seeds, 1/2 cup; Flour, 2 tbsp; Salt and pepper, to taste; Sesame oil, 2 tbsp; Soy sauce, 1/3 cup; Fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup; Mirin, 2 tbsp; Rice vinegar, 1 tbsp; Dashi granules, 1/2 tsp (or dash of fish sauce); Green onions, 2 tbsp, finely chopped; Toasted sesame seeds, 1 tbsp; Pickled ginger slices; Wasabi paste

Experience the exquisite combination of seared tuna with a flavorful sesame crust, paired with a tangy ponzu dipping sauce. Perfect for a light yet elegant meal.

4.1(150 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·February 5, 2026

Japanese Sesame-Crusted Tuna Sashimi with Ponzu Sauce — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

Sesame-Crusted Tuna

Ponzu Sauce

Garnishing

Accompaniments

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 631 kcal
Protein: 52 g
Carbs: 22.5 g
Fat: 37 g
Fiber: 6.5 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2525 kcal
Protein: 208 g
Carbs: 90 g
Fat: 148 g
Fiber: 26 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Tuna steaks 4 steaks, 6 oz each	800	160	0	8	0
White sesame seeds 1 cup	825	26	35	72	17
Black sesame seeds 1/2 cup	413	13	17	36	8
Flour 2 tbsp	57	2	12	0	0
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Sesame oil 2 tbsp	240	0	0	27	0
Soy sauce 1/3 cup	35	5	3	0	0
Fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup	13	0	4	0	0
Mirin 2 tbsp	60	0	11	0	0
Rice vinegar 1 tbsp	3	0	1	0	0
Dashi granules 1/2 tsp (or dash of fish sauce)	5	0	1	0	0
Green onions 2 tbsp, finely chopped	2	0	0	0	0
Toasted sesame seeds 1 tbsp	52	2	2	5	1
Pickled ginger slices	10	0	2	0	0
Wasabi paste	10	0	2	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Tuna

1
Season Tuna
Season the tuna steaks with salt and pepper on both sides.
2
Dust with Flour
Lightly dust each steak with flour to help the sesame seeds adhere.
3
Coat with Sesame Seeds
Mix white and black sesame seeds on a plate. Press each tuna steak into the seeds to coat thoroughly.

Preparing the Ponzu Sauce

1
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, lemon juice, mirin, rice vinegar, and dashi granules.
2
Stir Sauce
Stir until the dashi is completely dissolved.
3
Rest Sauce
Set aside to let the flavors meld.

How to Make Japanese Sesame-Crusted Tuna Sashimi with Ponzu Sauce

Total time: 1 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Sear the Tuna
Heat sesame oil in a frying pan over high heat and sear each sesame-coated tuna steak for 1-2 minutes per side, ensuring the inside remains rare.
2
Rest the Tuna
Remove from the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
3
Arrange for Serving
Arrange the sliced tuna sashimi-style on a serving platter.