Seared Ahi Tuna With Sesame Rice Noodles

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 1

Seared Ahi Tuna With Sesame Rice Noodles for Your Asian Craving

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

438

Sugar

19g

Fat

12g

Seared Ahi Tuna With Sesame Rice Noodles is a healthy and delicious recipe that combines the flavors of Asia in one dish. Ahi tuna is a type of tuna that is often used in sushi and other Asian dishes. This recipe uses a simple marinade of soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, honey, and sesame oil to add flavor to the tuna. The tuna is seared in a hot skillet for a few minutes on each side until it is browned and cooked through. The noodles are also a staple in Asian cuisine and are made with rice flour. They are gluten-free and are a good alternative to traditional wheat noodles. This recipe is perfect for those who crave Asian cuisine but want a healthy and easy-to-make recipe.

Instructions

1.	Cook rice noodles according to package instructions and set aside.
2.	In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, honey, and sesame oil until well combined.
3.	Heat a skillet over high heat and add seared ahi tuna steaks.
4.	Pour in the soy sauce mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until the tuna is browned.
5.	Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly.
6.	Serve over the prepared rice noodles and top with freshly chopped cilantro.

PROS

Seared Ahi Tuna With Sesame Rice Noodles is a healthy and flavorful recipe that satisfies your craving for Asian cuisine.

Ahi tuna is a protein-rich fish that is low in calories and high in omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for heart health.

Sesame oil contains antioxidants that may lower inflammation and support bone health.

CONS

Ahi tuna contains mercury, which can be harmful in large amounts.

Rice noodles are a processed food and may be high in calories and carbs.

Soy sauce is high in sodium, which can contribute to high blood pressure in some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Seared Ahi Tuna With Sesame Rice Noodles is a healthy recipe that can support heart and bone health.
The omega-3 fatty acids in ahi tuna can lower inflammation in the body and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Sesame oil is rich in antioxidants that may help protect against oxidative stress and support bone health.
Lime juice is high in vitamin C, which can boost the immune system.

	2 -6 ounces ahi tuna steaks
	1 package rice noodles
	1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
	2 limes , juice and zest
	2 cloves of minced garlic
	2 tablespoons honey
	1 tablespoon sesame oil
	4 tablespoons of freshly chopped cilantro