Bibimbap

Bibimbap is a vibrant and nutritious Korean dish that combines rice, a variety of sautéed vegetables, a protein source, and a sunny-side-up egg, all topped with spicy gochujang. This healthy breakfast option is not only delicious but also packed with essential nutrients to start your day right.

Ingredients

• Cooked white rice - 1 cup
• Spinach - 100 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Zucchini - 1 medium, julienned
• Mushrooms (shiitake or button) - 100 grams, sliced
• Eggs - 2 large
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil and blanch the spinach for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Drain and rinse under cold water, then squeeze out excess moisture and season with a pinch of salt and a few drops of sesame oil.
2. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium heat. Add the julienned carrot and zucchini, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until tender. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add a bit more sesame oil if needed and sauté the sliced mushrooms for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Season with soy sauce and set aside.
4. In a non-stick pan, heat a bit of oil over medium heat and fry the eggs sunny-side up until the whites are set but the yolks remain runny.
5. To assemble the bibimbap, divide the cooked rice between two bowls. Arrange the sautéed vegetables (spinach, carrots, zucchini, mushrooms) and the fried egg on top of the rice.
6. Drizzle with gochujang and sprinkle sesame seeds over the top. Serve immediately, mixing everything together before eating.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 16 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 186 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.
• Provides a balanced meal with carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats.

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