Korean-style Tofu Bibimbap

Korean-style Tofu Bibimbap is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines sautéed vegetables, marinated tofu, and warm rice, all topped with a fried egg and a drizzle of spicy gochujang sauce. This vegetarian delight not only pleases the palate but also offers a colorful presentation that makes it perfect for lunch.

Ingredients

• Cooked white rice - 1 cup
• Firm tofu - 200 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Zucchini - 1 small, julienned
• Spinach - 100 grams
• Bean sprouts - 100 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Press the tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut into cubes.
2. In a bowl, marinate the tofu cubes with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil for 10 minutes.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the marinated tofu and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add the julienned carrot and zucchini to the pan and sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from the pan and set aside.
6. Blanch the spinach and bean sprouts in boiling water for 2 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water. Squeeze out excess water and set aside.
7. In a separate pan, fry the eggs sunny-side up until the whites are set but the yolks remain runny.
8. To assemble the bibimbap, place 1/2 cup of cooked rice in a bowl. Arrange the sautéed vegetables, blanched spinach, bean sprouts, and tofu cubes on top of the rice.
9. Place a fried egg on top, drizzle with gochujang, and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 180 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu, supporting muscle health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables for overall wellness.

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