Refrigerate for at least an hour and preferably overnight so it’s firm to cut, making it easier to slice. The more tightly it is wrapped, the firmer it will be to slice. Place the tuna fillets in a dry pan and sear until brown on all sides, taking care not to overcook – the meat should be raw inside.Īllow the tuna to cool slightly, then wrap them very tightly in plastic wrap. Meanwhile, rub the tuna with the olive oil, then roll it in the salt, pepper and sesame seeds. Heat a large, non-stick sauté pan on medium high heat. ½ teaspoon each kosher salt and freshly ground black pepperĤ scallions, white parts and some green, cut into matchsticksġ Granny Smith apple, (or apple of your choice), cut into matchsticksġ European cucumber, peeled and seeded, cut into matchsticksĬut the tuna lengthwise into 2 – 3 long slices, 2” wide, like you would small beef fillets. Seared Sesame Tuna With Ponzu Dipping SauceĪdapted from Small Bites by Jennifer Joyce – makes 8 small appetizers or 4 small mealsġ ½ pounds best quality fresh tuna, preferably from the tail So unless you’re lucky enough to catch your own, be sure to buy really good top quality sushi grade tuna – ruby red with a little white marbling throughout – and for heaven’s sake, please don’t overcook it. It took two men and a boy to boat this big boy. This is a picture of my husband and his friends with their catch at the dock, still dripping with salt water. Our favorite way to prepare freshly caught tuna is to make a simple raw tuna tartare and serve it as an appetizer with crackers. When we lived in the Bahamas, tuna was on our menu frequently. Of course you could purchase the ponzu sauce, but why when you can throw it together in a matter of minutes. The ponzu sauce can be made on the morning of the serving day. The tuna is best prepared the night before so it is firm to cut, making it easier to slice. This seared sesame tuna is a perfect of example of small bites that can be served around the coffee table. They are also perfect for those of us that wish to eat less but not compromise on quality. These little small bites, or appetizers if you wish, are especially suited for those who want to entertain stylishly, but live in a small space without a dining room.
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