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Perfectly Seared Ahi Tuna: A Chef's No-Fail Guide to Restaurant-Quality at Home

Perfectly Seared Ahi Tuna (Restaurant-Quality at Home)

Master the art of perfectly seared ahi tuna with this simple, chef-approved recipe. Crispy, golden edges and a buttery rare center come together in under 15 minutes, making this restaurant-quality seafood dish perfect for weeknight dinners, elegant appetizers, or healthy lunches.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Servings: 2 serves
Course: Appetizer, Light Main Course
Cuisine: Hawaiian, Japanese
Ingredients

Ingredients
  

  • 2 sushi-grade ahi tuna steaks about 6 oz each, 1–1.5 inches thick
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil avocado, grapeseed, or vegetable — not olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns coarsely cracked
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds black, white, or a mix
  • 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt
  • Optional: soy sauce sriracha mayo, or ponzu for serving