Tuna-Gohan

May 28, 2023May 28, 20230 0

A savoury and delicious Japanese Tuna-Gohan recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

280

Sugar

Fat

Tuna-Gohan is a traditional Japanese dish that is usually served as a part of a bento box. It is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients. This savoury dish is perfect for those who want a quick and easy meal that is also healthy and delicious. The combination of tuna, egg, and curry powder is an excellent source of protein and is sure to satisfy hunger while the pickled ginger adds an unexpected flavour and subtle crunch. Moreover, it goes well with a hot bowl of Japanese-style rice, which completes the dish.

Instructions

1.	Cook the rice in a rice cooker or on the stovetop.
2.	While the rice is cooking, sauté the sliced onion in a pan until caramelized.
3.	Add the canned tuna, egg, curry powder, and sugar to the onion. Mix well, and cook until the egg is fully cooked.
4.	Serve the tuna mixture on top of the rice. Sprinkle some chili powder and pickled ginger on top if desired. Enjoy!

PROS

Tuna-Gohan is easy to make, budget-friendly, and delicious.
It is a high-protein dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

The curry powder adds a unique flavour to the dish, and the pickled ginger adds a tangy crunch.

CONS

While canned tuna is convenient, it can be high in sodium.
Be sure to choose a brand that is low in sodium.

If you prefer stronger flavours, you may find this dish to be relatively mild.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tuna is a good source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and other important nutrients.
This dish is low in fat and calories, making it a healthy option. Also, the pickled ginger is beneficial for digestion.

	1/2 onion , sliced
	2 canned tuna
	1 egg
	1 teaspoon curry
	sugar
	chili powder ( optional )
	pickled ginger ( aka . benishoga , i.e. , not the sweet pickled pink ginger you get with sushi )
	japanese-style white rice , to serve