Experience the exquisite flavors of Pan Fried Tuna Steaks, a delightful dish that combines tender tuna with a rich marinade and a crunchy sesame seed crust.
This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet meal, perfect for a special dinner at home. The marinade, infused with dry sherry, soy sauce, and aromatic spices like ginger and garlic, tenderizes the tuna and enhances its natural flavor.
Pan frying the tuna in a hot skillet creates a beautifully seared exterior, while the sesame seeds add a nutty crunch. Finished with a light mustard sauce, this dish is both satisfying and elegant. Serve the Pan Fried Tuna Steaks with steamed rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 thick tuna fillets
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Marinade
- 2 tablespoons dry sherry
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon seasame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five spice
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper (ground)
- 1 pinch sugar
Sauce
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1 tablespoon cold water
- 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by mixing all ingredients. Marinate the tuna fillets overnight in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Mix mustard powder with a small amount of soy sauce, then add water and set aside.
- In a hot skillet, pan-fry the tuna fillets. When nearly cooked, cover them with sesame seeds.
- Once cooked, drizzle the sauce over the fillets and serve.
Nutritional Information
- Per serving
- Energy: 812 kcal / 3394 kJ
- Fat: 10 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Carbs: 2.5 g
