Bibimbap Korean Rice Bowl
A classic Korean dish made with mixed vegetables, meat, and a fried egg on a bed of rice, Bibimbap is a flavorful meal that's both nourishing and delicious. This recipe combines the essence of Korea's culinary traditions with the comfort of a home-cooked meal.
Ingredients
- ●2 cups Short-grain white rice
- ●1 cup Assorted vegetables (zucchini, carrots, bean sprouts, shiitake mushrooms)Prep as desired (e.g. slice, chop, etc.)
- ●2 tablespoons Korean chili pepper paste (gochujang)For serving
- ●1 Fried eggFried sunny-side up or over easy
- ●1 tablespoon Sesame oilFor frying
- ●2 tablespoons Soy sauceFor marinating and serving
- ●1 cup Sliced beef (thinly sliced)Optional
- ●1 tablespoon Sesame seedsFor garnish
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the vegetables and marinate the beef (if using) for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Cook the rice according to the package instructions and set aside.
- 3
Heat a tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef (if using) and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 4
In the same skillet, add the vegetables and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5
To assemble the Bibimbap, place a scoop of cooked rice in the bottom of a bowl. Add the cooked vegetables and beef (if using) on top of the rice.
- 6
Create a well in the center of the bowl and add a fried egg. Drizzle the gochujang and soy sauce over the egg and serve immediately.
- 7
Garnish with sesame seeds and serve with additional gochujang and soy sauce on the side.