Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Sesame Seared Tuna Buddha Bowls, a fresh and wholesome dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 filets yellowfin tuna
- 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups salad greens
- 1 medium carrot
- 1 medium avocado
- 1 medium cucumber
- 2 sheets nori
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- 4 tablespoons Japanese miso salad dressing
Instructions
- Rinse 2 cups of brown rice under cold water and cook according to package instructions.
- While the rice cooks, cut the carrot and cucumber into long, thin strips.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of sesame oil and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce.
- In another bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons each of white and black sesame seeds.
- Dip the yellowfin tuna filets into the soy-sesame marinade, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Press the marinated tuna filets into the sesame seed mixture, coating them thoroughly.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place the sesame-coated tuna filets in the skillet and sear for about one minute on each side.
- Remove the tuna from the skillet to rest, then slice into thin strips.
- In two bowls, add 1 cup of cooked brown rice and a handful of salad greens.
- Arrange carrot, cucumber, and avocado slices atop the rice, then place the seared tuna strips.
- Garnish with cilantro, nori, and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Drizzle with dressing.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
