Super Easy & Versatile Tuna Kimchi Stir-fry Recipe
The Ultimate Rice Thief: Easy Tuna Kimchi Stir-fry That Will Have You Coming Back for More!
Introducing the ultimate side dish for those days when you lack appetite: Tuna Kimchi Stir-fry, made with kimchi from your fridge and a can of tuna! This dish is incredibly simple yet bursts with umami, making it perfect for cooks of all levels. Serve it over warm rice, and you’ll find yourself finishing your bowl in no time!
Main Ingredients- 1 can (150g) Tuna
- 1/4 head (approx. 300g) Kimchi (well-fermented)
- 1 stalk (approx. 100g) Green Onion
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 1 can (150g) of tuna, the star of our dish. Don’t discard the oil from the can, as we’ll use it for stir-frying.
Step 2
Chop 1/4 head (about 300g) of kimchi into bite-sized pieces. If the pieces are too large, they might be difficult to cook evenly, so aim for smaller pieces, even for kids. Using well-fermented kimchi will add a deeper flavor!
Step 3
Finely slice 1 stalk (about 100g) of green onion. The sweet aroma of the green onion will further enhance the flavors of the tuna and kimchi.
Step 4
Heat a pan over medium heat. Open the can of tuna and add the tuna to the pan. Use a sieve or a spoon to press down and drain the remaining tuna oil from the can into the pan. This oil will add wonderful flavor to the dish.
Step 5
Add 1 tablespoon of perilla oil to the pan for an extra nutty and rich flavor. If you don’t have perilla oil, you can substitute it with cooking oil, but perilla oil offers a superior aroma.
Step 6
Add the sliced green onions to the pan and stir-fry for about 1 minute. Cook until a fragrant aroma is released and the onions are well combined with the oil.
Step 7
Once the aroma of the green onions is sufficiently released, add the chopped kimchi to the pan and stir-fry together. Stir-fry for about 2 minutes, allowing the kimchi to absorb the flavors of the oil and green onions.
Step 8
Now it’s time to add the seasonings. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of red pepper flakes (gochugaru) and 1 tablespoon of sugar evenly over the kimchi. The sugar helps balance the sourness of the kimchi and adds a touch of sweetness and umami.
Step 9
Stir-fry all the ingredients evenly to combine the seasonings with the kimchi. It’s important to stir occasionally to prevent the kimchi from sticking to the pan. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes, allowing the kimchi to reduce its moisture and absorb the flavors.
Step 10
Once the kimchi is well stir-fried, add the prepared tuna on top of the stir-fried kimchi. Gently mix and stir-fry together for about 1 minute until the kimchi and tuna are well combined. Be careful not to overcook the tuna, as it can become dry; stir-fry gently just until everything is incorporated.
Step 11
Finally, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds over the stir-fry for a nutty finish and an appealing visual touch. Turn off the heat after adding the sesame seeds.
Step 12
Give everything one last gentle toss to ensure all ingredients and seasonings are evenly distributed. Your delicious Tuna Kimchi Stir-fry is now complete!
Step 13
Serve this Tuna Kimchi Stir-fry over warm rice for a dish that’s truly a ‘rice thief’! It’s simple, but the taste is out of this world. Enjoy your meal!
