Sesame Tuna Rice Bowls (Printable Recipe)
Crispy sesame tuna over rice with spinach and bold sauce. Fast and flavorful weeknight favorite.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
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4 tablespoons sesame seeds
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2 ahi tuna fillets 8 ounces each
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2 tablespoons neutral oil such as canola or avocado
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2.5 tablespoons toasted sesame oil divided
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16 ounces baby spinach divided
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4 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions divided
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2.5 teaspoons reduced sodium tamari divided
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2 teaspoons unseasoned rice vinegar
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1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger from half inch piece
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3 garlic cloves grated about 1 teaspoon
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0.25 cup mayonnaise
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1 teaspoon gochujang Korean chile paste
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2 microwaveable precooked brown rice packages 8.8 ounces each
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0.5 teaspoon salt divided
# Steps to Follow:
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Place sesame seeds on a large plate. Press tuna fillets into the seeds to coat both sides evenly.
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Heat neutral oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat until shimmering. Add tuna and cook for 4 to 6 minutes turning once until sesame crust is golden and tuna is rare inside. Transfer to a cutting board.
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Add 1.5 teaspoons sesame oil to the same skillet over medium heat. Add half of the spinach and cook stirring occasionally until wilted about 2 minutes. Add remaining spinach and continue cooking 6 to 8 minutes until all spinach is wilted and moisture has evaporated.
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Remove skillet from heat and stir in 3 tablespoons scallions 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1.5 teaspoons tamari rice vinegar grated ginger and garlic.
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In a small bowl whisk together mayonnaise gochujang and remaining 1 teaspoon tamari until smooth.
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Cook microwaveable rice according to package directions. Transfer to a bowl and mix with 0.25 teaspoon salt and remaining 1 tablespoon sesame oil.
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Divide rice into 4 serving bowls. Top each with one third cup spinach mixture. Slice tuna into quarter inch slices sprinkle with remaining salt and place on top. Drizzle each with 1 tablespoon of sauce and garnish with remaining scallions.
# Extra Tips:
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Allow tuna to sit at room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes before searing for even cooking.
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Use high quality sushi grade tuna for best flavor and food safety.
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Microwaveable rice cuts prep time and allows for quick assembly.