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seared ahi with cilantro ginger drizzle

Recipe by
Lori L (JostLori)
San Diego

Oh so easy, and a beautiful presentation when using sushi-grade ahi. The sauce is versatile, and you can fine tune to your liking. Sometimes I add sesame oil, sometimes I use lemongrass paste (from the produce aisle) instead of ginger. And if I want it extra spicy, I use red Thai chilies. Make it your own!

yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For seared ahi with cilantro ginger drizzle

  • SAUCE/DRIZZLE:
  • 1/2 c
    fresh cilantro, minced
  • 2 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1
    inch piece of ginger, grated or very finely minced
  • 1
    serrano chili, finely minced (to taste)
  • 1 Tbsp
    tamari or soy sauce
  • 1 lg
    lime, juice of
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp
    olive oil, plus more for coating pan
  • FOR THE AHI:
  • 2
    ahi fillets, sushi grade (6 oz each)
  • 1
    firm-ripe avocado, halved and sliced

How To Make seared ahi with cilantro ginger drizzle

  • 1
    In a small bowl, combine all the sauce ingredients and set aside.
  • 2
    Season the ahi with salt and pepper. Put about 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Oil should coat the surface. Heat till shimmering, then add the ahi. Let sear for about one minute per side - just enough to form a nice crust. Add about half the sauce to the pan and shake to distribute. Remove from heat.
  • 3
    Place the ahi on a cutting board and let sit for about 3 minutes to firm up. Meanwhile, peel and slice the avocado. Then slice the ahi on the diagonal.
  • 4
    To serve, arrange the ahi slices nicely on the plate, top with some avocado slices, and drizzle each portion with the remaining sauce. Serve immediately or the avocado will brown.

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