Easy 5-Minute Tuna Rice Bowl: Budget-Friendly & Quick Meal Recipe

Name: Easy 5-Minute Tuna Rice Bowl: Budget-Friendly & Quick Meal Recipe
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 1 cup Cooked Rice (Preferably warm); 1 can Canned Tuna (Drained); 1 large Egg (Fried or cooked to your preference); 1-2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean Chili Paste) (Adjust to taste for spice level); 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil (For fragrance and flavor); 1/2 teaspoon Sesame Seeds (Optional, for garnish); 1 stalk Green Onions (Optional, sliced for garnish)

Running low on energy and budget? This 5-minute tuna rice bowl is your go-to! Combining canned tuna, cooked rice, a fried egg, a dollop of gochujang, and a drizzle of sesame oil, this recipe is a lifesaver for anyone needing a quick, nutritious, and incredibly easy meal. Perfect for a lazy breakfast, lunch, or dinner, it's a satisfying Korean-inspired dish that requires minimal effort.

#Budget Meal

#Lazy Cooking

#Korean Breakfast

#Easy Recipes

#5 Minute Meals

#Cheap Eats

#Quick Meals

#Tuna Bowl

#Comfort Food

All ingredients laid out

Recipe Information

Prep Time

Cook Time

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Korean

English

Nutrition (per serving)

450

Calories

35g

Protein

45g

Carbs

15g

Fat

Fried egg perfectly cooked

Ingredients

Cooked Rice
(Preferably warm)
1 cup
Canned Tuna
(Drained)
1 can

Egg
(Fried or cooked to your preference)
1 large
Gochujang (Korean Chili Paste)
(Adjust to taste for spice level)
1 tablespoons
Sesame Oil
(For fragrance and flavor)
1 teaspoon
Sesame Seeds
(Optional, for garnish)
1 teaspoon
Green Onions
(Optional, sliced for garnish)
1 stalk

Servings: 1

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Bowl assembly with tuna and rice

Instructions

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If not already done, prepare 1 cup of warm cooked rice and set aside. Fry or cook your egg to your desired doneness, such as a sunny-side up or a quick scramble.
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If not already done, prepare 1 cup of warm cooked rice and set aside. Fry or cook your egg to your desired doneness, such as a sunny-side up or a quick scramble.
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Using leftover rice saves time. A microwave egg can be even faster!
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In a serving bowl, add the warm cooked rice. Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it on top of the rice.
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In a serving bowl, add the warm cooked rice. Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it on top of the rice.
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Ensure tuna is well-drained to avoid a watery bowl.

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Carefully place your cooked egg next to the tuna and rice. Add 1-2 tablespoons of gochujang directly into the bowl, adjusting the amount to your preferred spice level.
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Carefully place your cooked egg next to the tuna and rice. Add 1-2 tablespoons of gochujang directly into the bowl, adjusting the amount to your preferred spice level.
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Start with less gochujang and add more if you like it spicier.
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Drizzle 1 teaspoon of sesame oil over all the ingredients in the bowl. Optionally, sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for extra flavor and presentation.
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Drizzle 1 teaspoon of sesame oil over all the ingredients in the bowl. Optionally, sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for extra flavor and presentation.
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The sesame oil adds a crucial aromatic depth to the dish.
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Mix all the ingredients thoroughly in the bowl until well combined. Serve immediately and enjoy your quick, satisfying meal!
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Mix all the ingredients thoroughly in the bowl until well combined. Serve immediately and enjoy your quick, satisfying meal!
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Don't be shy with the mixing! This helps meld all the flavors together.