Crispy Ahi Tuna Tostada
Raw ahi tuna seared 30 seconds per side, served on a crispy tostada with avocado, sesame, and a squeeze of lime. Five-minute snack that tastes like a beach vacation.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
- 8 oz ahi tuna fillet, sushi-grade
- 2 whole corn tostadas
- 1 whole avocado, ripe
- ½ whole lime
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (white or black)
- ½ tbsp soy sauce
Instructions
- 1
Pat tuna dry with paper towels. Season all sides generously with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Heat oil in a skillet over high heat until it shimmers, about 60 seconds.
- 3
Sear tuna 30 seconds per side without moving—exterior should brown; center stays raw.
- 4
Slice avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop onto tostadas. Season with a pinch of salt.
- 5
Slice seared tuna into 1/4-inch strips and fan over avocado on each tostada.
- 6
Sprinkle sesame seeds over top, drizzle with soy sauce, squeeze lime, and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- paper towels
- cutting board
- sharp knife
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