Korean-style Bibimbap

Korean-style Bibimbap is a vibrant and nutritious rice bowl topped with a variety of sautéed vegetables, a protein of your choice, and a delicious spicy gochujang sauce. This dish offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a satisfying and healthy lunch option.

Ingredients

• Cooked white rice - 200 grams
• Spinach - 100 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Zucchini - 1 small, julienned
• Mushrooms (shiitake or button) - 100 grams, sliced
• Eggs - 2 large
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped

Steps

1. Prepare the rice according to package instructions and keep warm.
2. In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Sauté the spinach for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Season with a pinch of salt and set aside.
3. In the same pan, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil and sauté the carrots for 2-3 minutes until tender. Set aside.
4. Next, add the zucchini to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft. Set aside.
5. Sauté the mushrooms in the same pan with a little more oil if needed for 3-4 minutes until browned. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, then set aside.
6. In a separate pan, fry the eggs sunny-side-up or to your preferred doneness.
7. To assemble, divide the warm rice into two bowls. Arrange the sautéed vegetables (spinach, carrots, zucchini, and mushrooms) on top of the rice.
8. Place a fried egg on top of each bowl and drizzle with sesame oil and soy sauce.
9. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with gochujang on the side for each person to add to taste.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 186 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.
• High in fiber, which aids in digestion and promotes satiety.

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