Tuna tataki with sesame and wasabi mayonnaise is an elegant dish full of flavour. The combination of seared tuna with the sesame crust and the spicy and creamy touch of the wasabi mayonnaise makes it a perfect choice to surprise on any special occasion.
Ingredients (for 4 servings):
- 400 g fresh tuna loin (preferably bluefin tuna for a more intense flavour)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- 50 g of white and black sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (to seal the tuna)
- For the wasabi mayonnaise:
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon wasabi paste (adjust according to desired strength)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Elaboration:
- Marinating the tunaIn a bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger and honey. Place the tuna loin in the marinade and leave in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the sesame crustOn a plate, mix the black and white sesame seeds.
- Batter the tunaRemove the tuna from the marinade and dredge it in the sesame mixture, pressing lightly so that it sticks well.
- Sealing the tunaHeat the olive oil in a frying pan over high heat. Brown the tuna for 30-40 seconds on each side, making sure the inside is raw.
- Preparing the wasabi mayonnaiseMix the mayonnaise with the wasabi paste and lemon juice until smooth.
- Cutting and servingLet the tuna stand for 2 minutes and cut into slices about 1 cm thick. Serve with the wasabi mayonnaise and garnish with more sesame seeds if desired.
Additional advice:
- Use sashimi quality tuna to ensure the best texture and taste.
- If you prefer a more intense version, add some grated garlic to the marinade.
- For a more eye-catching presentation, garnish with chopped chives or a few thin slices of radish.
Suggested presentation:
- Serve with a seaweed salad or tender sprouts.
- Serve with a touch of soy sauce and a few drops of extra sesame oil.
- Present the tataki on an elongated white plate to highlight the colours of the tuna and sesame.
Nutritional information (approximate per serving):
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Protein: 30 g
- Fat: 12 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Sugars: 3 g
Preparation time:
- Preparation: 10 minutes
- Marinating: 30 minutes
- Cooking time: 5 minutes
- Total time: 45 minutes
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