Seared Tuna with Ginger Noodles

May 28, 2023May 28, 20230 2

A healthy and delicious dish, Seared Tuna with Ginger Noodles

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

450

Sugar

Fat

13g

Seared Tuna with Ginger Noodles is a fusion dish that combines Japanese and Chinese flavors into a delicious and healthy meal. The recipe is simple yet flavorful, as the sesame seeds and pickled ginger add a unique twist to the classic tuna steak. Somen noodles are thin and delicate, making them a perfect match for the tender and juicy tuna. This dish is perfect for those who love seafood and Asian-inspired cuisine, as it is both nutritious and delicious.

Instructions

1.	Cook somen noodles according to package instructions.
2.	Drain and rinse noodles under cold water then transfer to a mixing bowl, toss with sesame oil and lime juice.
3.	Add wasabi and pickled ginger, then mix well, set aside.
4.	Coat tuna steaks with sesame seeds on both sides.
5.	Heat a pan with oil over medium-high heat, add tuna steaks and cook for 2-3 minutes per side to sear.
6.	Remove from heat and slice tuna into desired thickness.
7.	Serve tuna over a bed of ginger noodles, garnish with fresh chives.

PROS

Seared Tuna with Ginger Noodles is a low carb, gluten-free, and high-protein dish.

The combination of tuna, ginger, and sesame seeds creates an explosion of flavors that make this dish an all-time favorite among seafood lovers.

It’s perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner that takes less than 30 minutes to make.

CONS

Fresh tuna can be expensive and hard to find in some regions.

Also, overcooking the tuna can make it dry and tough to eat, so pay attention to the cooking time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tuna is a great source of high-quality protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin D.
Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties that can help alleviate pain and nausea, while also improving digestion.
Sesame seeds are rich in fiber, antioxidants, and minerals, such as calcium and iron.

	200 g dry somen noodles
	1 tablespoon sesame oil
	2 tablespoons lime juice
	1 teaspoon wasabi
	25 g pickled ginger
	2 tablespoons fresh chives
	375 g tuna
	sesame seeds , to coat