My recipe for Spicy Shirataki Noodles with tuna and kimchi, conveniently made in a rice cooker, is your perfect go-to. You can find shirataki noodles in most Asian markets, or even online! I’d say you can buy from any brand and it’ll be good.
Not only is this dish packed with flavors, but it’s also versatile enough to adapt to whatever vegetables or proteins you have on hand. Also, if you don’t have a rice cooker, no need to fear! You can make this on a stove-top as well.
This dish is flexible. Use whatever vegetables and proteins you have on hand to make it your own. Plus using a rice cooker makes this recipe virtually hands-off. Perfect for busy days or when you just don’t feel like spending a lot of time in the kitchen.
About Shirataki Noodles
Low-Calorie: A typical serving contains only about 5-10 calories.
High in Fiber: The glucomannan fiber in shirataki noodles can help promote a feeling of fullness, aid digestion, and support healthy cholesterol levels.
Gluten-Free and Low-Carb: These noodles are naturally gluten-free and contain very few carbohydrates, making them suitable for gluten-sensitive individuals and those on low-carb diets.
Virtually Tasteless: Shirataki noodles have a very mild taste, allowing them to absorb sauces and ingredients they’re cooked with.
Recommended Rice Cookers
Do I need to have a fancy rice cooker to make this meal? NO!
Just like anything, generally, the higher the quality, the better. But you can make my rice cooker meals in a cheap rice cooker, too!
Click the rice cooker photos to see my top picks, from $20–$200! I use the Tiger 5.5-cup model shown. About 1/2 cup of Japanese short- or medium-grain rice makes 1 serving.
Key Features to Look For in a Rice Cooker:
- Steaming Basket or Tray: Allows you to steam vegetables or cook other ingredients while the rice cooks.
- Multiple Cooking Functions: Ensure it has settings for steaming, slow cooking, and possibly even baking.
- Non-Stick Inner Pot: Makes cleaning easier and prevents sticking.
- Timer and Keep Warm Function: Useful for planning meals ahead of time and keeping them warm until you’re ready to eat.
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Rice Cooker Spicy Shirataki Noodles
- Total Time: 22 minutes
Description
Spicy shirataki noodles made in a flavorful broth with tuna and kimchi, customizable with your choice of vegetables or proteins, and conveniently cooked in a rice cooker.
Ingredients
- 5 cup bone/chicken broth (substitute for water)
- 1 can spicy Korean tuna (or substitute with your choice or protein and 1 tablespoon of gochujang)
- 1/2 cup kimchi (or other vegetables of your choice such as cabbage, carrots, mushrooms, kabocha, etc.)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 serving shirataki noodles
- Garnish (optional): sliced green onions and roasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- To a rice cooker, add your broth, canned tuna, and kimchi. Turn on Slow Cook setting for 15 minutes.
- Add in the soy sauce, sesame oil, and shirataki noodles (make sure to follow the package instructions and rinse the noodles first) and close rice cooker lid.
- Turn on Slow Cook setting again and cook for about 5-6 minutes. Serve in a bowl and garnish with sliced green onions and roasted sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
How the heck is this only five calories!? Does it taste weird or will it destroy my stomach?
Pretty wild! The shirataki noodles come from the konjac root which is extremely low calorie. So delish!
The noodles had great bounce and didn’t overcook like some shirataki dishes I’ve tried.
Oh that’s great to hear. Thanks for sharing, Kellan!