Korean-style Gimbap

Korean-style Gimbap is a delightful and portable dish featuring seasoned rice and an array of colorful vegetables wrapped in seaweed. It’s a perfect dairy-free brunch option that offers a burst of flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

• Cooked white rice - 1 cup
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Nori sheets (seaweed) - 4 sheets
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Spinach - 1 cup, blanched
• Pickled radish (danmuji) - 4 strips
• Egg - 1, beaten
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon (for dipping)
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon (for garnish)

Steps

1. Prepare the rice: Cook 1 cup of white rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, let it cool slightly, then mix in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
2. Prepare the vegetables: Julienne the carrot and cucumber. Blanch the spinach in boiling water for about 30 seconds, then drain and rinse under cold water. Squeeze out excess water and set aside.
3. Cook the egg: In a non-stick pan, scramble the beaten egg over medium heat until fully cooked. Once cooled, cut into thin strips.
4. Assemble the gimbap: Place a nori sheet, shiny side down, on a bamboo sushi mat. Spread about 1/4 of the seasoned rice evenly across the nori, leaving a 2 cm border at the top.
5. Layer the fillings: In the center of the rice, arrange a line of julienned carrot, cucumber, spinach, pickled radish, and scrambled egg.
6. Roll the gimbap: Starting from the bottom, use the bamboo mat to roll the nori tightly over the fillings. Press gently to seal the edge of the nori with a bit of water.
7. Slice and serve: Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 1-2 cm pieces. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve with soy sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 186 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from vegetables, which support overall health.
• Provides a balanced source of carbohydrates and protein for energy.

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