Japanese Sesame-Crusted Tuna Sashimi with Ponzu Sauce

Name: Japanese Sesame-Crusted Tuna Sashimi with Ponzu Sauce
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Tuna steaks; White sesame seeds; Black sesame seeds; Flour; Salt and pepper; Sesame oil; Soy sauce; Fresh lemon juice; Mirin; Rice vinegar; Dashi granules; Green onions; Toasted sesame seeds; Pickled ginger slices; Wasabi paste

A Delightful Fusion of Crunchy Textures and Umami Flavors

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.

45 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

Sesame-Crusted Tuna

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

Ponzu Sauce

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)

Garnishing

Green onions

2 tbsp, finely chopped

Toasted sesame seeds

1 tbsp

Accompaniments

Pickled ginger slices

Wasabi paste

Preparation

Marinating the Tuna

Season Tuna

Season the tuna steaks with salt and pepper on both sides.

Dust with Flour

Lightly dust each steak with flour to help the sesame seeds adhere.

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

Combine Ingredients

In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, lemon juice, mirin, rice vinegar, and dashi granules.

Stir Sauce

Stir until the dashi is completely dissolved.

Rest Sauce

Set aside to let the flavors meld.

Cooking Process

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.

Ensure your frying pan is very hot before adding the tuna to prevent sticking.

Rest the Tuna

Remove from the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.

Chill the tuna in the freezer for 10 minutes for easier slicing after searing.

Arrange for Serving

Arrange the sliced tuna sashimi-style on a serving platter.

Plating & Serving