Oriental Pan-Seared Ahi Tuna Appetizer

Oriental Pan-Seared Ahi Tuna Appetizer

8 ounces Ahi tuna steak, about 1-inch thick (sushi grade)
Black sesame seeds to coat tuna (see note)
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Oriental dipping sauce (see recipe)
Assorted crackers

Coat one side of tuna steak with black sesame seeds.
In skillet, pour sesame and vegetable oils.
Turn heat on high. When hot, place tuna in skillet,
sesame seeds down. Pan sear on both sides about
2-1/2 to 3 minutes on both sides for a rare steak, or
longer for desired doneness. Cut into 1/4-inch thick
slices and serve with Oriental dipping sauce and
crackers.

Makes 2 to 4 appetizer servings. (Double recipe for entree).

Oriental dipping sauce;
1 cup hoisin sauce
2-1/2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
2 tablespoons Oriental plum sauce
2 tablespoons prepared Korean garlic chile sauce
3 tablespoons champagne or white wine
1 tablespoon sesame oil

Combine all ingredients in bowl and whisk.
Can be made ahead of time and refrigerated.
Makes about 2 cups.