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Quick Spicy Tuna Kimbap (Chamchi Kimbap)

A plate holding several pieces of freshly cut tuna kimbap, topped with spicy orange filling, sesame seeds, and green onions.
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Make this popular Korean seaweed rice roll at home. This recipe focuses on a quick, flavorful spicy tuna filling perfect for lunch boxes or easy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked short grain rice
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (for rice)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for rice)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (for rice)
  • 1 (5.3 oz) can tuna in oil, drained
  • 2 tablespoons Japanese mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped green onion
  • 4 sheets nori (roasted seaweed)
  • 4 perilla leaves, stems removed
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil (for coating rolls)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds (for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the rice seasoning: In a bowl, mix the cooked short grain rice with 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, and 1 teaspoon salt. Set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Make the spicy tuna filling: In a separate bowl, combine the drained tuna, Japanese mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, and chopped green onion. Mix well until fully combined.
  3. Prepare the rolling station: Lay one sheet of nori, shiny side down, on a bamboo rolling mat. Place one perilla leaf on top of the nori sheet.
  4. Layer the rice: Spread about one-quarter of the seasoned rice evenly over the nori and perilla leaf, leaving about a 1-inch border clear at the top edge of the nori.
  5. Add the filling: Place one-quarter of the spicy tuna mixture in a line across the center of the rice.
  6. Roll the kimbap: Starting from the bottom edge, tightly roll the nori over the filling, pressing gently to compact the ingredients. Moisten the top edge of the nori with a little water to seal the roll.
  7. Finish the roll: Brush the outside of the finished roll lightly with 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  8. Slice and serve: Repeat with the remaining ingredients. Slice each roll into bite-sized pieces. Serve immediately or pack for a quick 15 minute meal.

Notes

  • You can substitute the sriracha with gochujang for a deeper Korean flavor in the tuna mix.
  • For a healthier option, use water-packed tuna and reduce the mayonnaise slightly.
  • This recipe works well for healthy Asian meal prep and can be made ahead for party snacks.

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