This Man's Cook Gochujang Tuna Soondubu Jjigae

A simple, bold, and spicy stew that explodes with rich umami by adding an entire can of gochujang tuna—including the oil—into plain soondubu to elevate its flavor.

Ingredients needed 2 servings

Recipe

Cooking tips

  • The oil inside the gochujang tuna can is packed with rich seasoning—never discard it. Use every drop to enhance the dish’s depth of flavor.
  • Sautéing the tuna and gochugaru in oil with the vegetables first helps eliminate the fishy smell of tuna and the raw taste of gochugaru completely.
  • For balanced seasoning, mix regular soy sauce and fermented soy sauce in a 1:2 ratio—this combination elevates the umami richness of the broth.

Recommended for

  • Those who find making homemade soondubu jjigae seasoning tedious or have repeatedly failed to get the right taste—this recipe is your ultimate cheat code.
  • Home cooks looking to turn one can of stored gochujang tuna into a restaurant-quality, spicy, hearty stew in minutes.
  • Students wanting a satisfying, filling meal with minimal ingredients and short prep time—maximum value, minimum effort.

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