Pepper-Crusted Seared Ahi Tuna
Sashimi-grade tuna crusted in cracked pink and black peppercorns, seared rare, and finished with an infused soy-citrus glaze. A caryophyllene love letter.
Ingredients
- 2 (6 oz) sashimi-grade ahi tuna steaks
- 3 tbsp pink and black peppercorns, coarsely cracked
- 1 tbsp neutral oil
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- Zest and juice of 1 lime
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp cannabis-infused sesame oil (~5mg THC per tbsp)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- Pickled ginger, microgreens, and steamed rice, to serve
How to make it
- 1
Whisk soy, rice vinegar, ginger, lime, and honey. Set aside (off heat).
- 2
Pat tuna dry. Press peppercorns firmly onto all sides.
- 3
Heat neutral oil in a heavy skillet over very high heat. Sear tuna 30–45 seconds per side—the center should remain ruby red.
- 4
Transfer to a board to rest 2 minutes.
- 5
Whisk cannabis-infused sesame oil into the off-heat soy mixture (no further heating).
- 6
Slice tuna 1/4-inch thick against the grain. Spoon infused glaze over the top.
- 7
Serve with rice, pickled ginger, microgreens, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Cooking tips
- Whisking infused oil into the no-heat sauce is the safest dose application.
- Pair with AK-47 or Original Glue—the pepper notes amplify caryophyllene's warmth.
- Total infused oil yields ~10mg THC across 2 portions = ~5mg per serving.
Dosing calculator
Start low, go slow. Adjust the THC per serving below to plan the right total infusion for this recipe.
Edible onset is typically 30–90 minutes. Wait 2 hours before re-dosing.
Start Low, Go Slow
If new to edibles, begin with 2.5–5mg THC per serving. Effects may take 30–90 minutes to onset and can last 4–8 hours. Do not drive or operate machinery. This is not medical advice. Full disclaimer
Best paired with
Pair with these strains
Each one matches the caryophyllene story of this dish.
AK-47
Hybrid
Relaxing • Happy • Creative
Original Glue (GG4)
Hybrid
Euphoric • Relaxing • Cerebral
Sour Diesel
Sativa
Energizing • Cerebral • Uplifting
Why this pairing works
Caryophyllene — in your strain and on your plate
The only terpene that also activates the body's CB2 receptors, caryophyllene brings warm, peppery depth. It loves bold, savory, spicy food—peppercorn steak, aged cheeses, curries.