Korean Tuna Rice Bowl

This Korean tuna rice bowl recipe is full of bold flavors.

Tuna is combined with a flavorful blend of sesame oil, gochujang (Korean chili paste), and soy sauce, to name a few, to make a dish with a spicy kick that will wake up your taste buds.

Korean tuna rice bowls are a great for meal prep as they are easy to make and can be made in advance.

One of the best things about this dish is its versatility.

You can customize it to your liking by adding in your favorite vegetables, such as sliced cucumbers or shredded carrots.

You can also top it with a fried egg or some sliced avocado for added richness and creaminess.

This dish is easy to make and can be customized to your liking with the ingredients you have at home.

The taste of this dish is bold and savory with a hint of spiciness. Perfect for a busy weeknight, a quick lunch or a simple dinner.

It's a perfect balance of flavors and textures, with the canned tuna, savory soy sauce, sesame oil, and gochujang, all blended together with the rice.

The combination of canned tuna, savory soy sauce, sesame oil, and gochujang all blended together with the rice creates a perfect balance of flavors and textures in each bite.

The tender and flaky tuna with the nuttiness of the sesame oil and the spiciness of the gochujang all come together to create a dish that is truly satisfying and delicious.

So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal that packs a punch of flavor, give the Korean Tuna Rice Bowl a try. It's sure to become a new favorite in your meal rotation.

And if you're after some other simple and delicious Korean recipes, you might like to try purple Korean rice, jajang tteokbokki, rose tteokbokki, bulgogi, and tteokbokki with cheese

Instructions

This recipe for Korean tuna rice bowl serves 4. The ingredient quantities can easily be adjusted to suit how many serves you need to make.

For the Tuna

Step One: In a mixing bowl, combine the canned tuna, mayonnaise, chili paste (if using), and salt and pepper. Set aside.

For the Rice

Step One: Rinse the sushi rice under room temperature water until the water becomes clear. Drain well.

Step Two: Place rinsed and drained rice in a medium sized saucepan and add the water. Make sure the rice sits evenly along the bottom of the saucepan.

Step Three: Bring the rice and water to a boil over medium to high heat. Once at a boil, reduce the heat to low to bring it to a simmer.

Step Four: Gently stir the rice, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step Five: Turn off heat and allow the rice to rest, covered, for a further 15 minutes. Allow the rice to cool before using.

Putting It All Together

Step One: In a medium sized serving bowl, place some rice, then top with some of the tuna mixture. Garnish with a drizzle of mayonnaise, a fried egg, toasted sesame seeds, and green onions, and nori (seaweed sheets) if desired.

Helpful Rice Cooking Tips

Want to know how to cook rice or just need a little refresher?

Check out how to easily cook basmati rice, sushi rice, and jasmine rice on the stovetop.

Or, why not check out our recipes on how to make basmati rice, jasmine rice, and sushi rice in the Instant Pot.