Creamy Tuna and Perilla Seed Seaweed Soup
Creamy Tuna and Perilla Seed Seaweed Soup
Nutty and Savory Tuna Perilla Seed Seaweed Soup
Learn how to make a rich and nutty seaweed soup with tuna and perilla seeds. This comforting and nutritious soup is perfect for a chilly day and offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures. It’s a simple yet deeply satisfying dish that will warm you from the inside out.
Soup Ingredients- 1 bundle dried seaweed (approx. 10g)
- 1.5L water (prepare generously)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 can (150g) tuna, drained (optional)
- 2 tablespoons perilla seed powder
- Sesame oil, to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (frozen garlic also works)
- 5 tablespoons soy sauce for soup (or regular soy sauce)
- Salt, to taste
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the dried seaweed. Cut the dried seaweed into bite-sized pieces (about 3-4 cm) using scissors or by hand. Soak it in clean water for about 1 hour until fully rehydrated. Drain the rehydrated seaweed in a colander. If it seems too watery, you can gently squeeze out excess water.
Step 2
Pour 1.5L of water into a pot. Using a generous amount of water will result in a clearer and more refreshing soup.
Step 3
Once the water begins to boil, add the rehydrated seaweed, chopped onion, and minced garlic to the pot. Let it simmer together. Cook over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and the seaweed is tender.
Step 4
Now, add the tuna. You can drain the oil from the tuna can or leave it in, depending on your preference. Stir well to combine. Add 5 tablespoons of soup soy sauce to season the soup. Taste and adjust the seasoning with a little salt if needed.
Step 5
Once the soup returns to a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer for another 2-3 minutes. Drizzle about two rounds of sesame oil just before finishing to enhance the aroma and flavor. Avoid boiling the sesame oil for too long, as its fragrance can dissipate.
Step 6
Just before turning off the heat, generously stir in 2 tablespoons of perilla seed powder. Stir lightly after adding the powder. Your delicious and nutty Tuna Perilla Seed Seaweed Soup is now ready! Enjoy it with a bowl of hot rice.
