Quick and Delicious Tuna Kimchi Stir-Fry Recipe
Fridge Clean-Out! 5-Minute Tuna Kimchi Stir-Fry
This ultra-simple tuna kimchi stir-fry is perfect for unexpected guests or when you’re short on side dishes. It’s also a fantastic way to use up slightly older kimchi or kimchi that hasn’t been seasoned well. Get ready for a rice-topping delight!
Main Ingredients
- 2 handfuls of well-fermented kimchi (approx. 200g)
- 1 can of tuna (150g), drained
Seasoning
- 1 Tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup or honey (for shine and sweetness)
- 1 tsp salt (for seasoning adjustment)
- 1 tsp sesame oil (optional, for enhanced flavor)
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for nutty aroma)
- 1 Tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup or honey (for shine and sweetness)
- 1 tsp salt (for seasoning adjustment)
- 1 tsp sesame oil (optional, for enhanced flavor)
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for nutty aroma)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Hello everyone! Today, I’m sharing a recipe for ‘Tuna Kimchi Stir-Fry,’ a dish that uses up your leftover kimchi in minutes to create a delicious side. It’s especially great for kimchi that’s a bit too sour or for fresh kimchi that needs a little extra flavor. With just one can of tuna, you can whip up a wonderful meal accompaniment. First, take about two handfuls of kimchi, rinse it if you prefer a milder taste, and then finely chop it into bite-sized pieces. If you want to reduce the spiciness, you can use less of the kimchi juice or omit it altogether.
Step 2
Heat a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped kimchi and about one ladleful of kimchi juice. Stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes, or until the kimchi becomes translucent and wilts. Adjust the cooking time based on how well-fermented your kimchi is. If you’re using very sour kimchi, you might want to add a little more sugar.
Step 3
Once the kimchi has softened slightly, add the drained can of tuna. Stir and mix well with the kimchi, cooking for another 1-2 minutes. The savory flavor of the tuna will blend beautifully with the kimchi, creating a richer taste.
Step 4
Now it’s time to add the seasonings! Reduce the heat to low. Add the salt – start with about 1 teaspoon, and remember you can always add more later to adjust the taste, especially depending on how salty your kimchi is.
Step 5
Add 1 tablespoon of sugar. This will help balance the sourness of the kimchi and enhance its savory notes.
Step 6
Finally, add 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds for a nutty aroma and 1 tablespoon of corn syrup (or honey) for a glossy finish and a touch of sweetness. If you enjoy sesame oil, feel free to add about 1 teaspoon at this point.
Step 7
Continue to stir-fry everything together for about one more minute, ensuring all the ingredients and seasonings are well combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed – add a pinch more salt if it’s too bland, or a little more sugar or corn syrup if you prefer it sweeter. And there you have it – a delicious Tuna Kimchi Stir-Fry! It’s incredibly tasty served over a warm bowl of rice.
