Bibimbab

Bibimbab (Korean Rice w Vegetables & Beef)

Taste the rainbow in a bowl! 🌈 Savory beef, vibrant veggies, perfect rice. Bibimbap bliss! 😋🍽️

1. A Quick Note:

Bibimbap, a vibrant Korean rice dish, is a symphony of flavors and textures. Topped with seasoned vegetables, savory beef, and a fried egg, it's a complete and satisfying meal in a bowl.

2. Ingredients:

• •2 carrots, cut into thin matchsticks
• •4 cups cooked white rice
• 6 eggs
• •1 English cucumber, cut into thin matchsticks (mixed with gochugaru)
• •1 garlic clove, minced
• •sprinkle gochugaru (red chili flakes; garnish)
• •4 tbsp gochujang (Korean red pepper paste; Sriracha sauce okay too)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• •4 tsp sesame oil
• •1 tsp sesame seeds (garnish)
• •1 tbsp soy sauce
• •1 bunch fresh spinach (or pre-packaged spinach)
• •1 lb sandwich steaks, thin cut (any thin cut will work though)

3. Let’s Get Cooking:

Cook the rice and prepare each vegetable separately with seasonings. Sauté the ground beef until browned. Arrange the rice in a bowl, artfully place the vegetables and beef on top, and crown it with a fried egg. Mix everything together with gochujang before enjoying.

Step 1: Cook the rice

Prepare the rice according to the package directions. This will form the base of your Bibimbap. Use a pot or rice cooker to ensure perfectly cooked rice.

Step 2: Prepare the vegetables

Cut all the vegetables into matchstick pieces. This will allow them to cook quickly and evenly when stir-fried. Place the cut vegetables in separate bowls or on a plate, ready for the next step.

Step 3: Wilt the spinach

Bring 500ml of water to a boil in a large non-stick pan or skillet. Add the spinach and cook, stirring constantly, until wilted. Drain the spinach thoroughly in a colander and, when cool enough to handle, squeeze out any excess water into a ball.

Step 4: Sauté the carrots

Wipe out the skillet and heat 5ml olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are softened, about 3 minutes. This brings out their sweetness.

Step 5: Sauté the garlic

Add minced garlic to the carrots and cook until fragrant or slightly browned, about 1 minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic, as it can become bitter. The aroma should fill your kitchen.

Step 6: Add cucumber with Gochugaru

Add cucumber slices mixed with gochugaru (red pepper flakes) to the pan. Stir well to combine. The gochugaru will add a spicy kick and vibrant color to the cucumbers.

Step 7: Season the spinach

Combine the squeezed, cooked spinach with soy sauce in a small bowl. Mix well to ensure the spinach is evenly coated. Set aside until serving time to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8: Brown the beef

Add thinly sliced beef to a non-stick pan and cook until browned. Use a napkin to wipe down any excess grease from the pan. The beef should be cooked through but still tender.

Step 9: Prepare the pan for eggs

Heat 5ml olive oil in the same non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Ensure the pan is evenly coated with oil to prevent the eggs from sticking. The pan should be hot before adding the eggs.

Step 10: Cook the eggs

Add the eggs to the hot pan and cook until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny, about 5 minutes. The runny yolks add richness to the dish. Gently tilt the pan to ensure even cooking.

Step 11: Assemble the Bibimbap

Divide the cooked rice among four bowls and top with the prepared vegetables, browned beef, and a fried egg. Drizzle each bowl with sesame oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Add gochujang (red pepper paste) or Sriracha sauce to taste.

4. Serving Suggestions

Serve Bibimbap immediately while warm. Offer extra gochujang for those who like it spicier. It pairs well with Korean side dishes like kimchi and pickled radish.

5. Nutrition

Serving size: 4 servings, Calories: 680kcal, Protein: 40g, Fat: 32g, Carbohydrates: 60g, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 5g, Cholesterol: 315mg, Sodium: 532mg

6. Final Touch:

Bibimbap is a delightful and customizable dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering. Its vibrant colors and flavors are sure to impress. Enjoy this taste of Korea!