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Easy Ahi Tuna Tacos with Cabbage Slaw
Christina Musgrave
These Ahi Tuna Tacos have seared tuna coated in sesame seeds, a crunchy cabbage slaw with a tangy sesame lime dressing, and fresh cilantro.
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Prep Time
5
minutes
mins
Cook Time
5
minutes
mins
Total Time
10
minutes
mins
Course
Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine
Asian
Servings
4
servings
Calories
261
kcal
Ingredients
For the seared Ahi Tuna:
8
oz
Ahi tuna steaks
2
tablespoon
Sesame seeds
2
tablespoons
Olive oil
Tortillas
for serving
Cilantro
for serving
For the cabbage slaw:
2
cups
Shredded Cabbage
2
tablespoons
Sesame oil
1
teaspoon
Lime juice
½
teaspoon
Rice vinegar
Salt
to taste
Instructions
Combine shredded cabbage, sesame oil, lime juice, rice vinegar, and salt in a medium bowl. Toss well and set aside.
Pat tuna steaks dry. Coat tuna in sesame seeds and set aside.
Heat a large pan over high heat. Add olive oil and once the oil is shimmering, add tuna steaks and sear for 1 minute per side, until golden brown.
Remove tuna from a pan and let sit for 5 minutes before slicing.
Assemble the tacos by adding sliced tuna and cabbage slaw on a toasted tortilla. Top with cilantro and serve.
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Keyword
Ahi Tuna Tacos