Seared Tuna Loin with a Sesame Mustard Seed Crust

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Preparation info
  • Serves

    10 to 12

    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Flavors of the Sun: The Sahadi’s Guide to Understanding, Buying, and Using Middle Eastern Ingredients

By Christine Sahadi Whelan

Published 2021

  • About

A piece of tuna loin this big is without question an extravagance, but as the centerpiece of a party spread, it has few equals. It’s meaty enough for those who are not avowed fish lovers and light enough for those who, like me, love fish of all kinds! The combination of seeds and peppers make a fantastic crust that really sets off the rare-cooked fish beautifully. Best of all, it’s fast to assemble, works hot or cold, and feeds a crowd. No wonder it’s my tried-and-true when we have a housef