Black Garlic Crusted Tuna Tataki with Ponzu Sauce and Pickled Ginger

Author: Scott Stokes
Published: 5/22/20
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: Serves 4
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Keywords: recipes, tuna tataki, black garlic, ponzu sauce, pickled ginger

Description

Experience the exquisite flavors of Japan with our Black Garlic Crusted Tuna Tataki. This dish features perfectly seared tuna encrusted with black garlic, creating a unique and flavorful crust. Served with a tangy and refreshing ponzu sauce and a side of pickled ginger, this tuna tataki is a delightful combination of textures and flavors. Whether you’re a fan of Japanese cuisine or looking to try something new, this dish is sure to impress.

Ingredients

• 500g fresh tuna loin
• 4 tablespoons black garlic paste
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon mirin
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 teaspoons grated ginger
• 2 tablespoons pickled ginger, for serving
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish
• Sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ponzu Sauce:

• In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, mirin, lemon juice, honey, and grated ginger. Set aside.

1. Prepare the Tuna Tataki:

• Pat dry the tuna loin with paper towels. Brush the black garlic paste evenly onto all sides of the tuna.
• Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat. Sear the tuna for about 30 seconds on each side, or until the outside is browned and the inside is still rare.
• Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice the tuna into thin slices.

1. Serve:

• Arrange the tuna slices on a serving platter. Drizzle the ponzu sauce over the tuna.
• Garnish with pickled ginger, fresh cilantro, and sesame seeds.
• Serve the Black Garlic Crusted Tuna Tataki immediately and enjoy the exquisite flavors of Japan.

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (7 reviews)