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Sesame Crusted Wasabi Seared Tuna

Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Asian, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Seafood
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ahi tuna 1 large piece
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1 tsp coconut oil
  • 2 tbsp low sodium tamari
  • 1 tsp ginger chopped
  • 1/2 tsp coconut sugar
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp wasabi paste
  • 1/2 tbsp grass fed butter

Instructions
 

  • Coat the short sides of the tuna with sesame seeds.
  • Heat the coconut oil in a skillet until it melts and is hot (but not smoking). Place the tuna in the skillet and let it cook about 60-90 seconds per side. Immediately remove from the pan and place on a plate.
  • In a small sauce pan combine the tamari, ginger, coconut sugar, vinegar, and wasabi. Mix well and heat on a simmer until it starts to gently bubble. Add in the butter, mix as it melts.
  • Immediately spoon the sauce over the seared tuna, slice against the grain, and serve.
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