Scallion Crusted Ahi with Ponzu Butter
- Vegetable oil for deep frying
- 5 stalks scallions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons prepared tempura batter
- 5 oz block fresh sashimi-grade ahi (yellowfin tuna)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Flour for dredging
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup diced cooked sweet potato
- 2 oz (about 1/4 cup) sliced hearts of palm
- 2 oz (about 1/4 cup) diced fern shoots
- 1/2 small tomato, finely sliced
- Ponzu Butter
Ponzu Butter:
- 1 tablespoon minced shallots
- 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons ponzu sauce
- (store bought Japanese dipping sauce)
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- 1/4 cup butter