Description
Ruth’s Chris Ahi Tuna is a sophisticated and flavorful dish featuring tender, sushi-grade tuna, seared to perfection with a crispy sesame crust. Served with a sweet and tangy soy glaze, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that combines elegance with simplicity. Perfect for special occasions or just a luxurious meal at home, it’s a great way to showcase fresh, high-quality tuna.
Ingredients
2 sushi-grade Ahi Tuna Steaks
2 tbsp white sesame seeds
2 tbsp black sesame seeds
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
1 tsp wasabi paste (optional)
1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
1/4 cup mixed greens or microgreens (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Pat the tuna steaks dry with paper towels and lightly coat them with olive oil or avocado oil on all sides.
2. Press each side of the tuna into the sesame seeds, ensuring a generous and even coating.
3. Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add oil. Once the oil is hot, sear the tuna steaks for 1-2 minutes on each side, creating a golden-brown crust while keeping the center rare.
4. Remove the tuna from the pan and let it rest for a minute before slicing into thick pieces.
5. To make the soy glaze, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey (or brown sugar) in a small saucepan. Simmer over low heat for 2-3 minutes until thickened slightly.
6. Arrange the tuna slices on a plate and drizzle with the soy glaze. Garnish with microgreens or mixed greens for added freshness and color.
Notes
Calories: ~180–220 calories
Protein: 30–35g
Fat: 6–10g (depending on oil used)
Carbohydrates: 3–5g
Fiber: 1–2g
Sugar: 2–4g (from the honey or glaze)
Sodium: 500–800mg (from soy sauce and glaze)
Cholesterol: 30–40mg
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 32
- Cholesterol: 35
Keywords: ahi tuna, seared tuna, Ruth’s Chris copycat