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Home-style Stewed Kimchi Tuna

Quick & Flavorful Home-Style Stewed Kimchi Tuna Delight

This home-style stewed kimchi tuna brings a delightful fusion of spicy and umami flavors right to your table in just 10 minutes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dish
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 cup kimchi chopped
  • 1 can canned tuna do not drain
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil vegetable or canola
  • 1 tablespoon gochugaru Korean red chili flakes
  • 1 teaspoon dashi powder or chicken/vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar can replace with honey or omit
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoons green onion chopped

Equipment

  • Large Frying Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large frying pan over medium heat and add the neutral oil, warming until it shimmers.
  2. Sauté the chopped onion and kimchi for 2-3 minutes until onions are soft and kimchi is aromatic.
  3. Incorporate the canned tuna, mixing well and breaking up any large chunks, cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
  4. Season with gochugaru, dashi powder, and sesame oil, mixing thoroughly.
  5. Add sugar, stirring to combine, and cook for another minute, adjusting spice levels as needed.
  6. Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and can be served over rice or mixed into noodles.

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