Jeonju Bibimbap

Jeonju Bibimbap is a vibrant and flavorful Korean rice dish topped with an array of colorful vegetables, marinated beef, and a perfectly fried egg. This dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

• Cooked white rice - 200 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Zucchini - 1 medium, julienned
• Spinach - 100 grams, blanched
• Bean sprouts - 100 grams, blanched
• Shiitake mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
• Ground beef (or tofu) - 100 grams
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Eggs - 2, fried
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Prepare the rice according to package instructions and keep warm.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, add a teaspoon of sesame oil and sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds.
3. Add the ground beef (or tofu) to the skillet, season with soy sauce, salt, and pepper, and cook until browned. Set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add a little more sesame oil and sauté the sliced shiitake mushrooms until browned. Set aside.
5. Quickly sauté the julienned carrot and zucchini in the skillet until just tender, about 2-3 minutes each, and set aside.
6. In a small pot, blanch the spinach and bean sprouts separately in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, then drain and set aside.
7. Fry the eggs in the skillet sunny-side up until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
8. To assemble, place a serving of rice in a bowl, arrange the sautéed vegetables, beef (or tofu), spinach, and bean sprouts on top of the rice in a colorful pattern.
9. Top each bowl with a fried egg, a dollop of gochujang, a sprinkle of sesame seeds, and a drizzle of sesame oil.
10. Serve immediately, mixing all ingredients together before eating.

Nutrition

• Calories: 570
• Protein: 22 g
• Carbs: 80 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 186 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

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