What's in it
Rice, seaweed, canned tuna, mayonnaise, perilla leaf, egg, ham, pickled radish.
More about Tuna Gimbap
Tuna gimbap is one of the most popular orders at gimbap shops. The tuna-mayo filling is usually laid on a perilla leaf, which adds a fresh, minty taste and helps keep the mayonnaise from soaking into the rice.
Special diets and allergies
- Vegetarian: no — fish and pork are part of the dish.
- Vegan: no — contains egg.
- Pork: contains pork.
- Allergens: Wheat / gluten, Soy, Sesame, Egg, Fish.
Recipes vary between restaurants. If an ingredient matters to you, ask before you order — or show a diet card.
Quick answers
What is tuna gimbap?
Gimbap with tuna mixed with mayonnaise added to the usual fillings.
Is tuna gimbap spicy?
No — it is not spicy.
Is tuna gimbap vegetarian?
No — fish and pork are part of the dish.
Does tuna gimbap contain pork?
Yes — it contains pork.
Is tuna gimbap gluten-free?
No — it usually contains wheat (gluten). Recipes vary, so ask if you need to avoid it.
What is tuna gimbap called in Korean?
참치김밥, pronounced “chamchigimbap”.