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Seared Tuna Bites with Wasabi Sauce

Quick-seared tuna cubes with a creamy, spicy wasabi sauce and a sprinkle of scallions and sesame seeds. Perfect as an appetizer or light main.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
250
Protein
28g
Seared Tuna Bites with Wasabi Sauce
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat the 1 lb tuna steak dry with paper towels. Cut it into 1-inch cubes and season lightly with salt and pepper.

  2. Step 2

    In a small bowl, whisk together the 3 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tbsp wasabi paste, and 1 tbsp soy sauce until smooth. Set aside.

  3. Step 3

    Heat the 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the tuna cubes in a single layer and sear for 1 minute per side, until browned outside but still rare inside.

  4. Step 4

    Transfer the seared tuna to a plate and let rest for 2 minutes. Slice the 2 scallions thinly.

  5. Step 5

    Drizzle the wasabi sauce over the tuna bites, then sprinkle with the sliced scallions and 1 tsp black sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

  6. Step 6

    If you like extra heat, add more wasabi to the sauce or serve with extra on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • skillet
  • small bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board

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