Korean Spicy Tuna

Korean Spicy Tuna is a vibrant and flavorful appetizer that combines fresh tuna with a spicy gochujang sauce, sesame oil, and crunchy vegetables. This dish is perfect for sharing and offers a delightful balance of heat and umami, making it a standout in any meal.

Ingredients

• fresh sushi-grade tuna - 200 grams
• gochujang (Korean red chili paste) - 2 tablespoons
• sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• rice vinegar - 1 teaspoon
• green onion - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• cucumber - 1 small, julienned
• carrot - 1 small, julienned
• lettuce leaves - 4 large leaves for serving

Steps

1. Dice the fresh sushi-grade tuna into small cubes and place in a mixing bowl.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the gochujang, sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar to create the spicy sauce.
3. Pour the spicy sauce over the diced tuna and gently toss to combine, making sure the tuna is well-coated.
4. Add the finely chopped green onion and sesame seeds to the tuna mixture, and stir gently again.
5. Prepare the cucumber and carrot by julienning them into thin strips.
6. To serve, place a few spoonfuls of the spicy tuna mixture onto a lettuce leaf, top with julienned cucumber and carrot, and enjoy.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from tuna, promoting heart health.

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