• Prep the Tuna: Pat the tuna steaks completely dry with a paper towel and season lightly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Rub them lightly with sesame oil.
• Create the Crust: Spread your sesame seeds on a shallow plate. Press each tuna steak into the seeds so the outside is completely coated.
• Sear: Heat a skillet (cast iron or stainless steel) over medium-high heat until it's very hot. Add your avocado or grape seed oil. Optional, also add a small amount of butter to help it brown and for flavor.
• Cook: Carefully place the steaks into the hot pan. Depending on the thickness, sear for 45 to 90 seconds on the first side to get a nice crust, then flip and sear for another 45 to 90 seconds for a perfect medium-rare center.
• Serve: Remove from the pan and let the steaks rest for 2-3 minutes. Slice thinly against the grain using a very sharp knife, and serve immediately with your soy sauce mixture.

Sauces - Select one of these three quick, restaurant-quality sauces that pair perfectly with sesame-crusted ahi tuna

• Ginger-Soy Glaze (Sweet & Savory)

  This classic reduction balances the richtuna with a deep, savory sweetness.

  ·       Ingredients: ¼ cup soy sauce, 2 tbsphoney, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 clove minced garlic, and 1 tsp freshly gratedginger.

  ·       How to make: Whisk ingredients in a smallsaucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until it thickens into aglossy glaze. Drizzle directly over the sliced tuna.
• Wasabi Aioli (Creamy with a Kick)

  A smooth, creamy sauce that offers a mild,clearing heat without overpowering the fish.

  ·       Ingredients: 1/4 cup mayonnaise (or plainGreek yogurt), 1 tsp wasabi paste (adjust to taste), 1 tsp fresh lime juice,and a pinch of salt. [1, 2]

  ·       How to make: Whisk all ingredients in asmall bowl until completely smooth. Serve on the side for dipping or use aplastic bag to pipe beautiful zig-zag lines across your serving plate.
• Citrus-Sriracha Ponzu (Bright &Tangy)

  A refreshing, citrus-forward thin dippingsauce that cuts through the richness of the sesame oil. [3]

  ·       Ingredients: 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbspfresh lime juice, 1 tbsp fresh orange juice, and 1-2 tsp Sriracha.

  ·       How to make: Stir all ingredientstogether in a small ramekin. This serves as an excellent, low-calorie dippingwell for your sliced tuna pieces