Pan Seared Tuna with Wasabi Butter
prep time: 10 minutes cook time: 35 minute serves: 6 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 10 oz. white wine 1/4 cup minced shallots 1 tablespoon of wasabi paste, or to taste 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 cup unsalted butter, cubed salt and black pepper to taste 1 tablespoon olive or as needed 1 cup chopped cilantro 6 fresh tuna steaks, 6 oz each ,1 inch thick	Combine the white wine vinegar, white wine and shallots in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer until the lilquid is reduced to about 2 tablespoons. Strain out shallot and discard, return liquid to pan.... Stir wasabi and soy sauce into the reduction in the pan. Over low heat, gradually whisk in butter one cube at a time allowing mixture to emulsify. DO NOT LET MIXTURE BOIL..... When all of the butter has been incorporated, stir in cilantro and remove from heat. Pour into a small bowl and set aside.....Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brush tuna steaks with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place in hot skillet and sear for 3 minutes on each side. Be careful not to overcook. Fresh Tuna should be served pink in the center.... Serve with Wasabi Butter Sauce.
Frank's Seafood • 7901 Oceano Avenue • Jessup, Maryland 20794 • (800) 287-5960

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