Spicy and Deep Flavored Tuna Kimchi Stew: The Golden Recipe
Spicy and Deep Flavored Tuna Kimchi Stew: The Golden Recipe
Introducing Ppo Saedek’s tuna kimchi stew recipe, which boasts a simple yet profound flavor. This magical stew, which makes you finish a bowl of rice in no time, can be made easily and quickly from ingredient preparation to completion, making it perfect for individuals living alone or busy modern people. Enjoy a hearty meal with this tuna kimchi stew, where the harmony of spicy broth, tender tuna, and crisp kimchi is exceptional!
Main Ingredients
- 1 can tuna (approx. 50g)
- 1/2 bowl of well-fermented napa cabbage kimchi (approx. 200g)
- A little bit of green onion, thinly sliced
- 300ml water (approx. 1.5 cups)
Seasoning
- 0.7 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 ladles of kimchi brine (approx. 100ml)
- 0.7 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 ladles of kimchi brine (approx. 100ml)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
All preparations for making a delicious tuna kimchi stew are complete. Shall we begin cooking in earnest now?
Step 2
To reduce the raw taste of the kimchi and enhance its umami, drizzle 0.7 Tbsp of vinegar over the aged kimchi and let it sit for 10 minutes. Then, place the marinated kimchi in a pot and stir-fry over medium heat for about 5 minutes until the kimchi becomes tender and glossy. This stir-frying process softens the kimchi’s sourness and deepens its flavor.
Step 3
Once the kimchi is softened, add 1 can of tuna (approx. 50g), drained of excess oil, and stir-fry together with the kimchi for another minute. Stir-frying the tuna adds an even deeper flavor to the stew.
Step 4
Now, add 300ml of water, which will form the base of the stew. Using rice water instead of plain water will result in a richer and more savory taste.
Step 5
Add 2 ladles (approx. 100ml) of the flavorful kimchi brine to enhance the depth of the stew’s taste. Adjust the amount of kimchi brine according to the saltiness of your kimchi and your preference.
Step 6
Add 0.5 Tbsp of minced garlic for added savory flavor and mix well. Minced garlic plays an important role in removing any gamey smell from the stew and enhancing its aroma.
Step 7
Now, bring the stew to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the broth starts boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer gently. Simmer for at least 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors of the kimchi and tuna to fully infuse into the broth.
Step 8
When the stew has simmered sufficiently, add the thinly sliced green onions and 1 Tbsp of red pepper flakes (gochugaru) for a spicy kick and vibrant color. Finally, taste the broth and adjust the seasoning with salt or soy sauce if needed. Once you achieve your desired taste, turn off the heat and complete the dish.
Step 9
Deliciously completed tuna kimchi stew! Served with freshly cooked warm rice, it’s always a hearty and satisfying meal. It’s so convenient and excellent that you can even eat it while standing, so be sure to try making it!
