Sesame-Ginger Ahi Tuna with Zucchini & Rice

Sometimes you can spoil yourself without feeling guilty. That's the case with this meal - sesame and ginger give the tuna and zucchini an intriguing flavor, and the rice is there to soak everything up.

Active Time: 15 mins Total Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

  • ahi tuna
  • rice
  • zucchini
  • oil or butter

Seasoning:

  • fresh ginger or ground ginger
  • sesame seeds
  • sesame oil

Equipment Needed:

  • Pan
  • Pot
  • Stovetop

Step 1: Cook rice according to package instructions
Step 2: Oil and season ahi tuna
Step 3: Heat oil or butter in a pan over high heat
Step 4: Sear ahi tuna for 1-2 minutes per side, until it develops a golden crust, but is still almost raw in the middle
Step 5: Dice zucchini into small pieces
Step 6: Heat oil or butter in a pan over medium heat
Step 7: Saute zucchini for 7-10 minutes, until zucchini begin to brown on the outside and develop a slight crunch. Stir occasionally, every 2-3 minutes or so.
Step 8: Plate ahi tuna, rice, and zucchini together and serve!

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Sometimes you can spoil yourself without feeling guilty. That's the case with this meal - sesame and ginger give the tuna and zucchini an intriguing flavor, and the rice is there to soak everything up.

Active Time: 15 mins Total Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

  • ahi tuna
  • rice
  • zucchini
  • oil or butter

Seasoning:

  • fresh ginger or ground ginger
  • sesame seeds
  • sesame oil

Equipment Needed:

  • Pan
  • Pot
  • Stovetop

Step 1: Cook rice according to package instructions
Step 2: Oil and season ahi tuna
Step 3: Heat oil or butter in a pan over high heat
Step 4: Sear ahi tuna for 1-2 minutes per side, until it develops a golden crust, but is still almost raw in the middle
Step 5: Dice zucchini into small pieces
Step 6: Heat oil or butter in a pan over medium heat
Step 7: Saute zucchini for 7-10 minutes, until zucchini begin to brown on the outside and develop a slight crunch. Stir occasionally, every 2-3 minutes or so.
Step 8: Plate ahi tuna, rice, and zucchini together and serve!

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