Teriyaki Tuna

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound tuna steak (sliced into 1-inch thick pieces)
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup mirin (Japanese sweet cooking wine)
• 1/4 cup sake (Japanese rice wine)
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
• Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 5 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, and cornstarch.
2. Add the tuna slices to the marinade and let them sit for at least 15 minutes, or up to overnight.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Remove the tuna slices from the marinade and discard the marinade.
5. Sear the tuna slices for 1-2 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired doneness.
6. Add the grated ginger and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
7. Pour the remaining marinade into the skillet and bring to a simmer.
8. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
9. Spoon the teriyaki sauce over the tuna slices and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 225
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 15g
• Fat: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory, slightly sweet, and flavorful
• Tender and flaky tuna
• Asian-inspired but adapted for American taste buds

User Comments:

• "The tuna was perfectly cooked and the teriyaki sauce was delicious. I especially loved the hint of ginger."
• "This dish was a hit at my dinner party. It was easy to make and everyone raved about how good it tasted."
• "I'm not a big fan of tuna, but this dish changed my mind. The marinade made the tuna so flavorful and tender."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use high-quality tuna for the best flavor.
• If you don't have mirin or sake, you can substitute dry white wine or chicken broth.
• Let the tuna marinate for at least 15 minutes for maximum flavor.
• Be careful not to overcook the tuna, as it will become dry and tough.