Paleo Seared Tuna with Sesame Crust
Elevate your dinner table with this Paleo Seared Tuna with Sesame Crust, a quick and flavorful dish that’s as healthy as it is stunning. Perfectly fresh tuna steaks are coated in a crispy blend of black and white sesame seeds, then delicately seared to achieve a golden crust while keeping the center tender and vibrant. The zesty lime and coconut aminos dipping sauce, infused with fresh ginger and garlic, brings a bold burst of umami flavor that perfectly complements the rich nuttiness of the sesame crust. This gluten-free, soy-free recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or an elegant paleo-friendly dinner. Garnished with fresh green onions for a pop of color and served sliced to perfection, this dish is bound to impress both the eyes and the palate.
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces tuna steaks
- 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 whole lime
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 stalk green onions
Directions
Step 1
Rinse and pat dry the tuna steaks with paper towels. Season both sides with sea salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Combine white and black sesame seeds in a shallow dish. Press each side of the tuna steaks into the sesame seeds to create an even crust.
Step 3
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil.
Step 4
Once the oil is hot, carefully place the sesame-crusted tuna steaks into the skillet. Sear each side for about 1-2 minutes, or until the sesame seeds are golden brown. Be careful not to overcook the tuna; it should be pink in the center.
Step 5
Remove the tuna from the skillet and set aside on a cutting board.
Step 6
Grate the fresh ginger and mince the garlic clove. In a small bowl, mix the juice of one lime, coconut aminos, ginger, and garlic to create a dipping sauce.
Step 7
Slice the green onions thinly to use as a garnish.
Step 8
Slice the seared tuna into 1/2-inch thick pieces. Arrange on a serving plate and drizzle with the prepared lime dipping sauce.
Step 9
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (494.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 876.3 |
| Total Fat 48.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 120.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1811.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 24.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.6g | |
| Protein 87.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 400.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 416.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1422.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories