Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna And Wasabi Beurre Blanc

Ingredients

1 sushi grade tuna loin
2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons shallots
1 sprig thyme
1/2 tablespoon cracked black pepper
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup wine
1/4 cup cream
1 stick butter
1 wasabi paste with
1 tablespoon rice vinegar

Instructions

Season tuna with salt and pepper on each side. Combine black and white sesame seeds and roll tuna in mixture. Set aside. In a saucepan simmer shallots, thyme, pepper, bay leaf and white wine. Reduce slowly until dry. Add heavy cream and bring to a boil. Slowly whisk in butter, one piece at a time. Season with salt and pepper, strain, and keep beurre blanc warm. In a large skillet sear tuna, lightly brushed with olive oil, for 2 minutes on each side. Slice into 12 medallions. Serve immediately on serving plates. Drizzle with beurre blanc and wasabi mixed with the rice vinegar.