Creamy Tuna Mayo Kimbap Recipe
Enjoy a Special Taste at Home! Tuna Mayo Kimbap: Delicious Homemade Kimbap Loved by the Whole Family, Full of Creaminess and Umami!
Today, we’re making everyone’s favorite, Tuna Mayo Kimbap! It’s incredibly convenient for busy days or when you don’t feel like preparing many side dishes, as you can whip it up quickly with just a few ingredients from your fridge. Kimbap has endless charm depending on the fillings, and today, we’ve elevated the flavor by generously adding creamy and savory tuna mayo. Just adding tuna mayo to the basic kimbap ingredients makes a huge difference, spreading a rich taste and umami throughout, satisfying the entire family. Pair it with a simple egg drop soup for a wonderful meal. The combination of crunchy cucumber and pickled radish with the soft, creamy tuna mayo is truly delightful. You’ll understand why it’s a frequent favorite!
Basic Kimbap Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 carrot (approx. 5cm long)
- 1/2 cucumber
- 4 strips of pickled radish (danmuji)
- 2 imitation crab sticks
Rice Seasoning Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked rice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 Tbsp sesame oil
Creamy Tuna Mayo Ingredients
- 1 can (approx. 150g) tuna, drained
- 1/4 onion
- 3 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 pinches salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 4 cups cooked rice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 Tbsp sesame oil
Creamy Tuna Mayo Ingredients
- 1 can (approx. 150g) tuna, drained
- 1/4 onion
- 3 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 pinches salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the egg garnish, a kimbap staple. Beat 2 eggs with a little salt and pepper. Cook thinly and evenly over low heat to create egg sheets. Once cooled, cut them into your desired size.
Step 2
Julienne the carrot (about 5cm long). Heat a lightly oiled pan over medium-low heat and stir-fry the carrots. Adding 2 pinches of salt while stir-frying enhances the carrot’s sweetness and prevents them from becoming too soft.
Step 3
Trim the ends of the cucumber, cut it in half lengthwise, and then scoop out the seeds with a spoon. This step helps prevent the cucumber from releasing too much water and improves its texture. Then, cut the cucumber into uniform lengths suitable for kimbap.
Step 4
Now, let’s make the tuna mayo filling. Place the drained tuna from one can into a bowl. Add finely chopped 1/4 onion, 3 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 2 pinches of salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined. Finely minced onion adds both texture and flavor.
Step 5
It’s time to season the rice for the kimbap. In 4 cups of warm cooked rice, add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 2 tablespoons of sesame oil. Gently mix with a spatula, being careful not to mash the rice grains. It’s best to let the rice cool slightly before mixing, as very hot rice can make the seaweed soggy.
Step 6
Now, let’s roll the kimbap. Place a sheet of seaweed on a bamboo rolling mat. Spread the seasoned rice thinly and evenly over the seaweed. Arrange the prepared cucumber, imitation crab sticks, tuna mayo filling, pickled radish, egg sheets, and stir-fried carrots neatly on top of the rice. Be careful not to overfill, as this can cause the kimbap to burst.
Step 7
Using the bamboo mat, roll the kimbap tightly. To help the seam stick, you can lightly mash some rice grains onto the edge of the seaweed or moisten it slightly with water. This ensures the kimbap stays rolled and holds its shape.
Step 8
Once the kimbap is rolled, use a sharp knife (preferably a kimbap knife) or a regular knife lightly moistened with water to cut the kimbap into uniform pieces. Dipping the knife in water each time you cut will prevent the rice from sticking and result in cleaner slices.
Step 9
Here it is: Tuna Mayo Kimbap, complete with basic kimbap ingredients enhanced by the addition of creamy tuna mayo for a wonderfully rich flavor! Even without many special ingredients, the addition of tuna mayo alone significantly upgrades the taste. It pairs perfectly with just a simple egg drop soup, making for a satisfying meal. The delightful crunch of cucumber and pickled radish, combined with the soft, creamy tuna mayo, is truly exceptional. With how easy and delicious it is to make, there’s definitely a good reason why this kimbap is made so often!
