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Sesame Tuna Salad Nicoise

Serves 4

 


2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons minced shallots
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil
1/2 cup grapeseed oil
1 pound #1 ahi tuna
2 tablespoons capers
2 hard boiled eggs, sliced
2 heads frisee, washed, separated, spun dry
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Canola oil for cooking

In a bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, shallots, vinegar and oils. Season tuna with salt and pepper. In a sauté pan over high heat coated lightly with oil, sear tuna until medium-rare, about 4 minutes, set aside to rest before slicing. In the same pan, add a touch more oil and saute the capers. To make the salad, place frisee in a large bowl, season and toss with vinaigrette (reserving some for garnish), eggs and capers. Divide salad among 4 plates, top each with sliced tuna and drizzle more vinaigrette on top.

  • Wine Notes:

    2005 Antinori Santa Cristina Rosso
    A blend of 90% Sangiovese and 10% Merlot. A vibrant fruit aroma with sweet tannins and lingering fruit on the palate, this red pairs beautifully with all three East-West recipes from this episode.

    2005 Altanuta Alto Adige D.O.C. Pinot Grigio
    DOC is the Italian version of the French AOC. DOC wines are produced in specific, defined regions, according to specific rules for each type of wine to preserve traditional wine-making. This aromatic wine has flavors of pear, green apple and lemon. Round and fresh, with an almost effervescent finish, this pairs nicely with all three dishes from this episode.

    >>This recipe appears in Episode #520.

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  • Sesame Tuna Salad Nicoise