Kimbap (or rice rolls) is a dish that is increasingly popular in Vietnam and is favored by many people. Instead of the usual kimbap dishes, today, we will guide you on how to make spicy tuna kimbap and delicious spicy beef kimbap that are new and interesting yet equally appealing!
1. Spicy Tuna Kimbap
Preparation
40 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Spicy Tuna Kimbap For 4 people
Cooked rice 6 bowls (still hot) Canned tuna 300 gr Seaweed for rolling rice 5 sheets Chicken eggs 5 eggs Imitation crab sticks 10 pieces Carrot 1 root (shredded) Pickled yellow radish 1 root Perilla leaves 10 leaves Mayonnaise 3 tablespoons Mustard 1 teaspoon Lemon juice 1 teaspoon Cooking oil 1 tablespoon Olive oil 1/2 tablespoon Sesame oil 2 tablespoons Chili powder 2 teaspoons Salt/pepper a little
How to choose good ingredients
How to choose canned tuna
- You should buy canned tuna from reputable, quality addresses.
- When buying, check the expiration date and the outer appearance carefully.
Pickled yellow radish can be purchased at stores, supermarkets, or you can make it at home using the recipe from TasteVN.
See details: How to make Korean pickled yellow radish that is sweet and crunchy, easy to make at home
Tools needed
How to prepare spicy tuna kimbap
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Sauté carrots and fry eggs
Place a pan on the stove, add a little sesame oil, 1 shredded carrot, and a pinch of salt, stir-fry evenly for about 1 – 2 minutes until tender, then transfer to a plate.
Add a little vegetable oil, beat the eggs in a bowl and pour into the pan, add a pinch of salt and pepper. Fry the eggs until cooked, then flip to cook the other side. When the eggs are evenly cooked on both sides, turn off the heat and transfer to a plate.
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Mixing rice
The freshly cooked and still hot rice is placed in a large bowl. Add a little sesame oil, a little olive oil, and a little salt, then mix well to let the rice absorb the seasoning.
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Cutting ingredients for kimbap
After buying, wash the perilla leaves, let them drain, then cut into small strips.
The salted yellow radish should be taken out to drain and cut into long thin strips, then arrange on a plate.
The eggs after frying should be cut into long thin strips.
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Mixing Tuna
Open the canned tuna after purchasing, transfer it to a bowl, and mix well with a mixture of 3 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon of mustard, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, and 2 teaspoons of chili powder.
Let the mixture sit for 10 – 15 minutes for the flavors to absorb into the tuna.
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Rolling Kimbap
Lay the bamboo mat for rolling kimbap on a flat surface, placing a layer of seaweed on top.
Use a spoon to spread the rice evenly, then add a layer of all the ingredients including shredded perilla leaves, a row of tuna, a row of shredded carrots, 1 – 2 strips of egg, 1 crab stick, and 1 strip of pickled radish in the middle of the rice.
Slowly roll the bamboo mat while continuously pressing firmly so that the filling sticks to the rice.
Rub a little sesame oil on the roll to enhance flavor and shine. Cut the roll into smaller pieces for easier enjoyment.
Tip: If the seaweed does not stick to the rice while rolling, dip your fingers in water and rub the seaweed, then roll slowly so they can stick together.
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Final Product
The spicy tuna kimbap is complete. The sweetness of the rice blends with the spiciness of the tuna filling, making it an enjoyable dish without the worry of getting tired of it. Enjoy your meal!
2. Spicy Beef Kimbap
Preparation
40 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Spicy Beef Kimbap Serves 2 people
Seaweed for rolling rice 2 sheets Cooked rice 4 cups (still hot) Ground beef 250 gr Finely chopped carrots 20 gr Minced garlic 20 gr Finely chopped radish 20 gr Green chili 100 gr (finely chopped) Plum syrup 1 teaspoon Cooking oil 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds 2 tablespoons Soy sauce 1 tablespoon Anchovy sauce 1 tablespoon Sesame oil 1 tablespoon
How to choose good beef
- Good beef is bright red, with fresh yellow fat, white tendons, and is slightly firm when pressed.
- You should choose tender, small cuts of meat that are not too smooth. Press with your hand; if it has good elasticity, does not stick to your hand, and has no unpleasant smell, it is fresh meat.
- You can choose to buy pre-ground meat or buy meat to grind at home.
Utensils needed
How to prepare spicy beef Kimbap
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Mix the green pepper mixture
Place a pot on the stove, add a mixture of 100g chopped spicy peppers, 20g minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of anchovy sauce, and 1 teaspoon of plum syrup, then cook for 2 – 3 minutes until boiling, then remove from heat and let cool.
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Stir-fried beef
Place a pan on the stove, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil, 250g of minced beef, and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, then stir-fry evenly for 3 – 5 minutes until the meat is slightly cooked.
Next, add 20g of finely chopped carrots and stir-fry the mixture for another 2 – 3 minutes until it is evenly cooked, then turn off the heat and let it cool.
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Mixing rice
Put the freshly cooked and still hot rice into a large bowl.
Then add the stir-fried beef, 2 tablespoons of spicy chili sauce, 20g of finely chopped radish, 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds, and a little sesame oil, then mix the mixture thoroughly until well combined and absorbed with the seasoning.
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Rolling kimbap
Place the rice mixture on a seaweed sheet and roll it up slowly. While rolling, press firmly to ensure the rice sticks to the seaweed on the outside.
Rub a little sesame oil and sprinkle some sesame seeds on the roll to enhance flavor and shine. Cut the roll into smaller pieces for easier enjoyment.
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Completion
The spicy beef kimbap is ready. The spicy flavor of the chili combined with the sweetness of the beef, rice, and vegetables is really appealing, isn’t it?
You can enjoy it with mayonnaise, chili sauce, or with soup for better taste. Wish you a good meal!
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Hopefully, through 2 ways to make spicy tuna and spicy beef that are delicious and flavorful, you have added some new dishes to your family’s menu. Wishing you success with the recipe from TasteVN!
*Source for the recipe and images from YouTube Chef Julie Yoon and COOKAT
