Seared Ahi Tuna with Coconut Curry - Andrew Zimmern

Ingredients

• 2 pounds of the fresh ahi tuna
• 2 tablespoons peanut oil
• 1/4 cup mirin
• 3 smashed garlic cloves
• 1/4 cup julienned fresh ginger
• 2 dried red chiles
• 1 teaspoon Thai green curry paste ( Thai Kitchens brand is fine )
• 1/4 cup coconut milk
• 10 basil leaves
• 3 tablespoons sliced shallots
• 1/2 cup julienned carrots
• 1 teaspoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• Mint and cilantro for garnish