Product Highlights

• The original tuna sauce for over 30 years — not OEM, made entirely in-house at our HACCP and ISO certified Sangju factory (South Korea)
• 71% smoked tuna extract — tuna smoked more than 10 times for a deep, complex umami that instantly elevates soups, stews, braised dishes, kimchi, and namul.
• No MSG, no preservatives, no artificial coloring — any cloudiness or foam you see is a natural result of high protein content and high salinity, not impurities.
• Versatile enough for every meal — use it as a straight swap for fish sauce, soup soy sauce, or salt at a 1:1 ratio, and try it in everything from 미역국 to 된장찌개 to simple blanched vegetables.

[Halla Foods] Tuna Extract Sauce (참치액)

KOREA'S NO. 1 FLAVOR SECRET

Halla Foods - Original Tuna Sauce (참치액)

✔ Made with smoked tuna

✔ Made with Korean ingredients

✔ Smoked aroma

Why select Halla Food's Tuna Extract Sauce?

The manufacturer and seller are one and the same — made directly by the people who created it.

Raw ingredients are extracted, blended, and produced entirely in-house.

For over 30 years, this single product has held its place as the original in the Korean seasoning market.

Know before you use — FAQ

Q: The smoky smell seems a bit strong.

A: The smoky aroma comes from tuna that has been smoked more than 10 times during production. A strong smell is actually a sign that the smoked tuna extract content is high (71%).

Tip: Refrigerating after opening can help reduce the intensity of the aroma.

Q: I notice some cloudiness or crystals in the liquid.

A: Because Halla Tuna Extract Sauce contains no preservatives or artificial coloring, it has a salinity level similar to traditional Korean soy sauce. In areas with temperature fluctuations, salt crystals can naturally form. These are completely natural and safe to consume.

Q: There's some foam in the liquid — is that okay?

A: Halla Tuna Extract Sauce is high in protein and contains no chemical defoaming agents. The foam occurs naturally as a result. It has nothing to do with impurities and is completely safe to use.

Q: What is Ribonucleotide Na?

A: Ribonucleotide Na is a naturally derived nucleotide compound also found in abundance in foods like Parmesan cheese and tomatoes.

The magic of Halla Tuna Extract Sauce — try it in all kinds of dishes...

Beef Seaweed Soup (소고기미역국)

Ingredients: Dried seaweed 30g, beef (brisket) 100g, minced garlic 1 tsp, sesame oil 1 tbsp, Halla Tuna Extract Sauce 3–4 tbsp, water 6 cups

Beef Radish Soup (소고기뭇국)

Ingredients: Radish 150g, beef 100g, green onion ¼ stalk, minced garlic 1 tsp, sesame oil 1 tbsp, Halla Tuna Extract Sauce 3 tbsp, water 5 cups, black pepper to taste

Wild Veggie Namul (삼색나물) — Beansprout / Spinach / Fernbrake

1. Beansprout namul: Beansprouts 200g, Halla Tuna Extract Sauce 1 tbsp, sesame oil, salt, sesame seeds to taste

2. Spinach namul: Spinach 1 bunch, Halla Tuna Extract Sauce 1 tbsp, sesame oil, salt, sesame seeds to taste

3. Fernbrake namul: Rehydrated fernbrake 200g, Halla Tuna Extract Sauce 1½ tbsp, sesame oil 1 tbsp, minced garlic, sesame seeds, cooking oil to taste

"That missing depth — that irresistible umami — comes alive."

Made from premium domestic ingredients and the know-how of the original. Experience the magic of Halla Tuna Extract.

Halla Tuna Extract is produced entirely in-house—not through OEM—ensuring greater safety and quality control.

All Halla products are HACCP certified, verified by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.

Halla Foods — recognized with HACCP, ISO certification, and a Prime Minister's commendation for excellence in small business innovation.

Through continuous development and a commitment to building a better food culture, Halla Jung Food is a company whose safety and quality are proven by its awards and certifications.

Full Ingredients List: Smoked tuna extract 71% [smoked tuna 18.5% (phillipines), refined salt (Korea) / solid content 31.4%], refined salt (Korea), dasima (kelp) extract (Korea), sugar, radish extract, ginger soy sauce, Ribonucleotide Na, licorice extract, shiitake mushroom extract, garlic concentrate

Size: 500ml

Nutrition Facts: Per 100 ml (60 kcal) - Sodium 11,714 mg (586%), carbohydrates 11 g (3%) including sugars 9 g (9%), fat 0 g (1%) with 0 g saturated fat and no trans fat listed, cholesterol not specified, and protein 3 g (6%).

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