Seared Ahi Tuna

Yes, you heard that right, Ahi Tuna

Ahi tuna can be very expensive.  But, for a special meal, it can be done reasonably.  Aldi's sells excellent frozen ahi tuna steaks at an affordable price.  Thaw in warm water, marinate, sear and enjoy!

Seared Ahi Tuna

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Ingredients:

1 or 2 ahi tuna steaks 

2 T sesame oil

2 T soy sauce

1 T grated fresh ginger

1 T grated fresh lemongrass

1 T minced garlic (1 clove)

1 teaspoon lime juice

1 green onion thinly sliced

1 t toasted sesame seeds

Directions:

Mix the oil, soy, ginger, lemongrass, garlic and lime juice together and put in a ziplock bag with the tuna steaks and refrigerate for at least an hour.

Heat a non-stick skillet over high heat. When the pan is hot, sear the tuna steaks for 1 minute to a minute and a half on each side ( slightly longer if you want the tuna less rare.)  

Slice the tuna into 1/4-inch thick slices. Sprinkle with green onion slices and sesame seeds. Serve with rice and steamed vegetables.

Stretch this meal by serving it with egg rolls, pot stickers, or Zac's favorite "soupy buns" (a//k/a xiaolongbao).