Discover the perfect recipe for Bibimbap (비빔밥), a classic Korean rice dish that's both healthy and delicious. Made with a mix of fresh vegetables, savory meat, spicy gochujang, and topped with a fried egg, this vibrant bowl offers a flavorful and satisfying meal. Learn how to make Bibimbap at home with this easy-to-follow guide!

Ingredients:

- 2 cups cooked white rice

- 200g beef (ribeye or ground), thinly sliced

- 1 tablespoon soy sauce

- 1 tablespoon sesame oil

- 1 teaspoon sugar

- 1 zucchini, julienned

- 1 carrot, julienned

- 1 cup spinach, blanched

- 1/2 cup bean sprouts, blanched

- 1/2 cup kimchi (optional)

- 1/4 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)

- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

- 2 fried eggs

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- Cooking oil

Preparation Steps:

Marinate the Meat:

  In a bowl, mix the beef with soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and minced garlic. Let it marinate for 15-20 minutes.

Cook the Vegetables:  

  - Heat a little oil in a pan and stir-fry the zucchini and carrots separately until slightly softened. Season with salt to taste.

  - Blanch the spinach and bean sprouts in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, drain, and lightly season with a pinch of salt and sesame oil.

Cook the Meat:  

  In the same pan, stir-fry the marinated beef on medium heat until fully cooked, about 3-5 minutes.

Fry the Eggs:  

  Fry two eggs sunny side up in a separate pan, leaving the yolks slightly runny.

Assemble the Bibimbap:  

  In individual bowls, add a portion of cooked rice as the base. Arrange the vegetables (zucchini, carrots, spinach, bean sprouts, and kimchi if using) and the cooked beef on top of the rice in sections.

Add the Toppings:  

  Place the fried egg on top of the rice and sprinkle sesame seeds. Add a dollop of gochujang sauce in the center.

Mix and Serve:  

  To enjoy Bibimbap, mix all the ingredients together with the gochujang. Adjust the amount of chili paste based on your spice preference. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes:  

You can also customize Bibimbap with other vegetables like mushrooms, or swap the beef for chicken, tofu, or another protein.

Nutritional values

Cooked White Rice (2 cups)

  - Approximately:

   - 410 calories

   - 8g protein

   - 90g carbohydrates

   - 0.6g fat

Benefits:

   - Provides energy; a source of quick carbohydrates.

Beef (200g, ribeye or ground)

  - Approximately:

   - 500 calories

   - 45g protein

   - 0g carbohydrates

   - 35g fat

Benefits:

   - High in protein; contains essential nutrients like iron and B vitamins.

Soy Sauce (1 tablespoon)

  - Approximately:

   - 10 calories

   - 1g protein

   - 1g carbohydrates

   - 0g fat

Benefits:

   - Adds flavor; contains trace amounts of minerals like sodium and potassium.

Sesame Oil (1 tablespoon)

  - Approximately:

   - 120 calories

   - 0g protein

   - 0g carbohydrates

   - 14g fat

Benefits:

   - Provides healthy fats; adds a nutty flavor.

Sugar (1 teaspoon)

  - Approximately:

   - 16 calories

   - 0g protein

   - 4g carbohydrates

   - 0g fat

Benefits:

   - Adds sweetness; provides quick energy.

Zucchini (1, julienned)

  - Approximately:

   - 33 calories

   - 2g protein

   - 7g carbohydrates

   - 0.5g fat

Benefits:

   - Low in calories; rich in vitamins and minerals.

Carrot (1, julienned)

  - Approximately:

   - 25 calories

   - 0.5g protein

   - 6g carbohydrates

   - 0g fat

Benefits:

   - High in vitamin A; supports eye health.

Spinach (1 cup, blanched)

  - Approximately:

   - 41 calories

   - 5g protein

   - 7g carbohydrates

   - 0.5g fat

Benefits:

   - Rich in vitamins A, C, and K; contains iron and antioxidants.

Bean Sprouts (1/2 cup, blanched)

  - Approximately:

   - 15 calories

   - 1g protein

   - 3g carbohydrates

   - 0g fat

Benefits:

   - Low in calories; good source of vitamins and minerals.

Kimchi (1/2 cup, optional)

  - Approximately:

   - 10 calories

   - 1g protein

   - 2g carbohydrates

   - 0g fat

Benefits:

   - Provides probiotics; supports digestive health.

Gochujang (Korean Chili Paste) (1/4 cup)

  - Approximately:

   - 70 calories

   - 2g protein

   - 15g carbohydrates

   - 1g fat

Benefits:

   - Adds spicy flavor; contains trace amounts of vitamins and minerals.

Sesame Seeds (1 tablespoon)

  - Approximately:

   - 52 calories

   - 1.6g protein

   - 1.6g carbohydrates

   - 4.6g fat

Benefits:

   - Rich in healthy fats, calcium, and iron.

Fried Eggs (2)

  - Approximately:

   - 180 calories

   - 12g protein

   - 2g carbohydrates

   - 14g fat

Benefits:

   - High in protein; provides essential amino acids and vitamins.

Garlic (2 cloves, minced)

  - Approximately:

   - 8 calories

   - 0.4g protein

   - 2g carbohydrates

   - 0g fat

Benefits:

   - Provides antioxidants; supports immune health.

Cooking Oil (1 tablespoon)

  - Approximately:

   - 120 calories

   - 0g protein

   - 0g carbohydrates

   - 14g fat

Benefits:

   - Adds necessary fats for cooking.