Looking for a versatile and flavorful dish? Korean spicy tuna is your answer! This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, offering a quick and easy meal solution packed with taste. Whether you’re serving it with rice, pasta, or even in sandwiches, Korean spicy tuna is a must-try for anyone seeking a simple yet delicious dish.
I’m super excited to share today’s recipe because I know it’s going to be incredibly beneficial! 😊 So, hear me out.
Gochu Chamchi: A Flavorful, Versatile Delight for Quick Meals and More!
In Korea, there’s a popular product known as Gochu Chamchi (고추 참치), which translates to ‘Tuna in Hot Pepper Sauce’. This Korean spicy tuna is not only spicy but also brings a delightful sweet and tangy flavor, often mixed with small portions of vegetables. You can easily find it at any Korean grocery store, making it a convenient side dish for an easy meal. I used to pack it in my school lunch bag, and it was a hit with my friends too.
The canned tuna mirrors the image below with its vibrant red hue, promising a burst of flavor. This one is extra spicy version.
Lately, spicy tuna has become my new favorite go-to dish because it’s incredibly easy and quick to make. I can whip up a main meal with either rice or pasta in under 10 minutes. You’ll be amazed!
Not only is it fast and simple, but it’s also packed with a perfect balance of sweetness, tanginess, and spiciness.
Plus, it’s incredibly versatile! I can already imagine making spicy tuna rolls with seaweed, spicy tuna sandwiches, and more. ❤
Ingredients
Main
- 185 g / 6.5 ounces canned tuna, drained
- 50 g / 1.7 ounces mixed vegetables – such as sweet corn, baby peas, bell peppers, or carrots, chopped into small pieces if needed. Frozen or canned options are also suitable.
- 20 g / 0.7 ounces onion, diced
- 1 Tbsp cooking oil – I used rice bran oil
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Spicy Tuna Sauce
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 Tbsp ketchup
- 1/2 Tbsp honey
*Double the amount if serving over rice or pasta.
** 1 Tbsp = 15 ml
*** If you want to learn more about Korean ingredients, check my essential Korean ingredients list.
How to Make Korean Spicy Tuna
1. Heat a pan over medium-high heat, add the cooking oil, and stir in the tuna quickly.
2. Add the vegetables and spicy tuna sauce, mixing well to ensure everything is coated. If you doubled the sauce to serve over rice or pasta, reserve half of it for later.
3. Add sesame seeds, remove from heat, and serve, following the serving suggestions below. Enjoy your deliciously spicy Korean tuna!
Serving Suggestions
With Rice: Serve alongside steamed rice and other Korean side dishes for a complete meal.
Spicy Tuna Bibimbap: Mix with rice and the reserved sauce for a simple bibimbap.
With Pasta: Toss with spaghetti, add the reserved sauce, and garnish with sesame oil and green onions for a delightful twist.
With Lettuce: Serve as a filling in lettuce wraps for a refreshing and low-carb option.
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Korean Spicy Tuna
Ingredients
MAIN
- 185 g canned tuna (6.5 ounces), oil or water drained
- 50 g mixed vegetables (1.7 ounces), such as sweet corn, baby peas, bell peppers, or carrots, chopped into small pieces if needed. Frozen or canned options are also suitable.
- 20 g onion (0.7 ounces), diced
- 1 Tbsp cooking oil , I used rice bran oil
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds to garnish
SPICY TUNA SAUCE
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 Tbsp ketchup
- 1/2 Tbsp honey
Instructions
- Heat a pan over medium-high heat, add the cooking oil, and stir in the tuna quickly.
- Add the vegetables and spicy tuna sauce, mixing well to ensure everything is coated. If you doubled the sauce to serve over rice or pasta, reserve half of it for later.
- Add sesame seeds, remove from heat, and serve, following the serving suggestions below. Enjoy your deliciously spicy Korean tuna!
Notes
Serving Suggestions
- With Rice: Serve alongside steamed rice and other Korean side dishes for a complete meal.
- Spicy Tuna Bibimbap: Mix with rice and the reserved sauce for a simple bibimbap.
- With Pasta: Toss with spaghetti, add the reserved sauce, and garnish with sesame oil and green onions for a delightful twist.
- With Lettuce: Serve as a filling in lettuce wraps for a refreshing and low-carb option.
Nutrition Info (per serving)
The nutrition information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
