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Kimchi and Tuna Rice Porridge (Chamchi Kimchi Juk)
A warming Korean breakfast porridge built on tinned tuna and eggs, simmered with rice and tangy kimchi until silky. It's savoury, gently spicy and delivers a solid protein hit to start the day.
Serves 4Prep 10 minCook 30 minBreakfasttuna
Containsegg · gluten · soy · fish · sesame
Protein 29%Carbs 45%Fat 26%
About 375 kcal a serve — 27 g protein, 42 g carbs, 11 g fat. Each segment is that macro's share of the calories, within about 10%.
Ingredients
Serves 4
Method
Rinse the rice
prepRinse 200 g rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain well.
At the sinkPrep →
Fry the aromatics
cookHeat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and the chopped kimchi and fry for 3–4 minutes until fragrant and the kimchi softens.
In the potBase →
medium heat, 3–4 min
Toast the rice
cookAdd the drained rice and stir for 1–2 minutes to coat it in the oil.
In the potBase →
1–2 min
Simmer to porridge
cookPour in the water (or stock) and the kimchi juice. Bring to the boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer. Cook uncovered for 22–25 minutes, stirring often, until the rice breaks down into a thick, creamy porridge. Add a splash more water if it gets too thick.
In the potSimmer →
low heat, 22–25 min
Stir in the tuna
cookFlake in the drained tuna and stir through, warming for 2 minutes.
In the potProtein →
2 min
Ribbon the egg
cookSeason with soy sauce and gochugaru. With the porridge at a gentle simmer, drizzle in the beaten eggs while stirring slowly so they set into soft ribbons.
In the potFinish →
1–2 min
Serve
serveLadle into bowls and top with sliced spring onions and toasted sesame seeds. Taste and add a little more soy if needed.
In the bowlServe →
Cook's noteUse well-fermented kimchi for the best tang. For a milder version leave out the gochugaru. Leftovers thicken in the fridge — loosen with a little water when reheating.
Estimated per serve
375 kcal · 27 g protein · 42 g carbs · 11 g fatestimates, within ~10%
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