How to make seared ahi tuna tataki

ahi tuna

🥗Healthier: swordfish

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Swordfish is lower in calories while canned tuna is more budget-friendly.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: generic soy sauce

Tamari is gluten-free, while generic soy sauce is often less expensive.

mirin

🥗Healthier: sake + sugar

💰Cheaper: rice vinegar

Sake with sugar mimics mirin's sweetness, while rice vinegar is a budget option.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is a cost-effective substitute.

Heat sesame oil in a skillet over high heat until hot.

Sear the ahi tuna for about 15 seconds on each side until browned but rare inside.

Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board.

For the sauce, mix soy sauce, ginger (either fresh or powdered), and lemon juice in a bowl.

Slice the seared tuna into thin strips.

Arrange the tuna slices on a plate and serve with the dipping sauce.

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