*Makes 2 lbs

2 lbs sushi grade ahi tuna steaks (about 1.5-2 inch thickness)

Marinade

5 TBSP soy sauce
2 tsp sesame oil

Sesame Crust

1/3 Cup white sesame seeds
1/3 Cup black sesame seeds
2 TBSP brown sugar
2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp onion powder
2 tsp salt

Serve with

Sea salt Green onion

Directions

1. MARINADE: Combine the soy sauce and sesame oil in a shallow dish and then fully coat the ahi on all sides. Let the ahi sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes while preparing the sesame crust mix.
2. SESAME CRUST: Combine the sesame seeds, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and spread out evenly on a plate. Place the ahi steaks on the sesame seed crust mixture and press them firmly to get the crust to stick. Coat all sides of the ahi.
3. COOK: Heat a skillet over medium heat, and when its blazing hot, add a little neutral oil to the pan and then carefully add the ahi steaks. Cook undisturbed for 45-60 seconds until they get a nice seared crust. Flip and repeat the process on the other side and then remove.
4. SERVE:Slice the ahi steaks and garnish with sliced green onion and smoked, flaked sea salt.

Inspired by

• Ryan Michael Carter