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Bibimbap


Here’s a delicious Bibimbap recipe, a traditional Korean mixed rice dish topped with vegetables, protein, and a flavorful sauce.

Bibimbap Recipe

Ingredients

For the Base:

2 cups cooked white rice (short-grain or medium-grain works best)

For the Toppings (customizable):

1 cup spinach, blanched and squeezed

1 medium carrot, julienned and sautéed

1 zucchini, julienned and sautéed

1/2 cup bean sprouts, blanched

4 shiitake mushrooms, sliced and sautéed

1/2 cup kimchi (optional)

200g (7 oz) bulgogi-style beef or tofu (see preparation below)

2 eggs (fried or sunny-side up)

For the Sauce:

2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)

1 teaspoon sesame oil

1 teaspoon sugar

1 teaspoon rice vinegar

1 teaspoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon minced garlic

For Garnish:

Sesame seeds

Sliced green onions


Instructions

1. Prepare the Rice:

Cook the rice according to package instructions and keep it warm.

2. Prepare the Vegetables:

Blanch the spinach and bean sprouts in boiling water for 1 minute. Drain and squeeze out excess water. Season each with a pinch of salt and sesame oil.

Sauté the carrot, zucchini, and mushrooms separately in a little oil until tender. Season with a pinch of salt.

3. Cook the Protein:

If using bulgogi beef, marinate thin slices of beef in a mixture of soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and pepper for 15 minutes, then stir-fry until cooked.

For tofu, slice firm tofu into cubes, pan-fry until golden, and optionally toss in soy sauce for extra flavor.

4. Make the Sauce:

In a small bowl, whisk together gochujang, sesame oil, sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic. Adjust the spice level to your taste.

5. Assemble the Bibimbap:

In individual serving bowls, add a base of rice. Arrange the vegetables, protein, and kimchi (if using) on top of the rice in sections. Place a fried egg in the center.

6. Serve and Mix:

Drizzle the sauce over the bibimbap. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Mix everything together before eating to enjoy the full range of flavors.

Tips for Success

Customize Toppings: Use any vegetables you like, such as bell peppers, radishes, or snap peas.

Vegan Option: Replace the egg with avocado and use tofu or tempeh for protein.

Crispy Rice: For extra texture, use a hot stone bowl (dolsot) to create a crispy rice layer at the bottom.

Spice Control: Adjust the amount of gochujang in the sauce to suit your heat tolerance.


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