Ingredients:

  • 2 Ahi tuna steaks, 1 inch thick (450g total)
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp white sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp black sesame seeds

Instructions:

  1. Pat the tuna steaks completely dry with paper towels to ensure a proper sear.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, honey, and minced garlic. Brush the mixture evenly over the tuna steaks and let marinate for 5-10 minutes.
  3. Press the top and bottom of each marinated steak firmly into a mixture of white and black sesame seeds until well-coated.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease the basket with avocado oil.
  5. Place the steaks in the basket without touching. For rare, cook for 3 minutes per side; for medium-rare, cook for 4 minutes per side.
  6. Remove the steaks with tongs and let them rest on a plate for 3-5 minutes before serving.