Seafood Recipes

Tuna Tataki

Sear premium tuna, slice thin, and serve with a tangy soy-based sauce for a flavour-packed tuna tataki. Order premium tuna saku from Pearl Seafoods today!

Tuna Tataki
2 People
Serves
10 Mins
Prep Time
2 Mins
Cook Time
Easy
Difficulty
Japanese
Cuisine
ABOUT THIS

About This Recipe

Learn how to make a delicious tuna tataki with perfectly seared, tender tuna and a rich, flavorful dipping sauce. This dish is a Japanese classic, combining the freshness of tuna with the umami of soy sauce and a hint of citrus. It’s perfect for a light dinner or as an impressive appetizer. Pearl Seafoods ensures you get premium, fresh tuna for the best results. Follow this simple recipe for a gourmet meal at home. Order fresh tuna online from Pearl Seafoods for reliable delivery across Sydney.

Ingredients

  1. 200g tuna saku block
  2. 1 tbsp sesame oil
  3. 1 tbsp soy sauce
  4. 1 tsp rice vinegar
  5. 1 tsp mirin (optional)
  6. Toasted sesame seeds, for coating
  7. 2 tbsp ponzu sauce, for dipping
  8. Spring onions, finely sliced, for garnish
  9. Grated daikon or pickled ginger, to serve (optional)

Method

  1. First, heat a non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Add sesame oil and let it heat up until shimmering, but not smoking.
  2. While the pan heats up, season the tuna with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and mirin (if using). Coat the tuna evenly with the seasoning mixture.
  3. Once the pan is hot, place the tuna in the pan for about 30-45 seconds on each side to sear the outside, leaving the inside raw. Remove from heat.
  4. Allow the tuna to rest for a minute before slicing it into thin pieces, about 1/4 inch thick, using a sharp knife.
  5. Arrange the sliced tuna on a plate. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds, cucumber slices, and spring onions. Serve with lime wedges and optional wasabi paste.
From Our Kitchen

Chef's Tip

For authentic tuna tataki, the pan should be extremely hot so the tuna sears instantly on the outside while remaining cool, silky, and rare in the centre. The quick sear creates a delicate contrast between the lightly caramelised exterior and the buttery raw tuna inside. Allow the tuna to rest briefly before slicing with a very sharp knife to keep the presentation clean and refined. Serve with ponzu, sesame, and fresh garnishes to balance the richness of the tuna with bright citrus and umami flavours.

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NUTRITION

Nutrition Per Serving

  • Calories 200 kcal
  • Total Fat 9.0 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 2.0 g
  • Protein 24.0 g
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