Cucumber Tuna Mayo Kimbap
Make Refreshing Cucumber Tuna Mayo Kimbap with a Delicious Wasabi Mayo Sauce
Here’s a simple recipe for Cucumber Tuna Kimbap, perfect for using up that leftover cucumber in your fridge before it goes bad. It’s a light yet satisfying dish.
Ingredients- 1 serving of cooked rice
- 1 sheet of kimbap seaweed (nori)
- 1 cucumber
- 1 can of tuna (drained)
- 1 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 0.5 Tbsp wasabi
- Salt (to taste)
- Sesame oil (for drizzling)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the cucumber thoroughly. Slice it into thin matchsticks and place it in a bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and let it sit for about 10 minutes. This process draws out excess moisture, ensuring the cucumber stays crisp.
Step 2
After 10 minutes, gently squeeze out the water from the salted cucumber with your hands. Be careful not to squeeze too hard, as this can make the cucumber mushy. Set the drained cucumber aside.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, place 1 serving of warm cooked rice. Season it with 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Gently mix the rice to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed without clumping the grains. A tiny pinch of sugar can be added for a subtle sweetness if desired.
Step 4
Drain the oil completely from the can of tuna and place it in a bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise and 0.5 tablespoon of wasabi. Mix well until everything is combined. You can adjust the amount of wasabi according to your preference – less if you don’t like a strong kick, or omit it entirely.
Step 5
Lay a sheet of kimbap seaweed, rough side up, on a bamboo rolling mat or a clean surface. Spread the seasoned rice evenly over the seaweed, leaving a small border at the top. Don’t spread the rice too thick, or the kimbap might break when rolled. Place the drained cucumber strips and the tuna mayo mixture on top of the rice.
Step 6
Carefully roll the kimbap, starting from the bottom edge closest to you, tucking in the filling as you go. Apply gentle but firm pressure to create a tight roll. Once rolled, brush the outside of the kimbap with a little sesame oil for shine. Then, slice the kimbap into bite-sized pieces.
Step 7
Finally, sprinkle some sesame seeds over the sliced kimbap for a beautiful finish. Your delicious Cucumber Tuna Mayo Kimbap is ready to enjoy! For an extra touch, you can mix sesame seeds into the rice before spreading, or drizzle a little extra mayonnaise on top.
