Korean Bibimbap
Korean Bibimbap is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines a variety of sautéed vegetables, protein, and a rich gochujang sauce, all served over a bed of cauliflower rice for a low-carb twist. This colorful bowl is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavors and textures that make it a satisfying meal.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Japanese
450 kcal
Ingredients
- Cauliflower rice - 200 grams
- Spinach - 100 grams
- Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
- Zucchini - 1 medium, julienned
- Shiitake mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
- Eggs - 2 large
- Ground beef (or tofu for vegetarian) - 150 grams
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 1 tablespoon
- Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Salt - to taste
- Pepper - to taste
- Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)
- Green onions - 2, chopped (for garnish)
Steps
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add ground beef (or tofu) to the skillet, season with soy sauce, salt, and pepper, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add spinach and sauté until wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and sauté until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté julienned carrots and zucchini in the same skillet for about 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove and set aside.
- In a separate small pan, fry the eggs sunny-side up or to your desired doneness.
- To serve, divide the cauliflower rice between two bowls. Top with cooked beef (or tofu), spinach, mushrooms, carrots, and zucchini.
- Place a fried egg on top of each bowl, drizzle with gochujang, and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 15 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 185 mg
- Total Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
- High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
Tags
JapaneseLow CarbLunch