Nabak Kimchi Bibimbap

Nabak Kimchi Bibimbap is a vibrant and refreshing twist on traditional bibimbap, featuring a medley of colorful vegetables and a unique watery kimchi that adds a tangy crunch. This vegetarian dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor and nutrients.

Ingredients

• Cooked rice - 2 cups
• Nabak kimchi - 1 cup
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Cucumber - 1 small, julienned
• Spinach - 100 grams, blanched
• Mushrooms (shiitake or button) - 100 grams, sautéed
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Eggs - 2, fried (optional for vegetarians)

Steps

1. Prepare the nabak kimchi by draining excess liquid if needed, and set it aside.
2. Cook the rice according to package instructions, then fluff with a fork and keep warm.
3. Julienne the carrot and cucumber, and blanch the spinach in boiling water for about 30 seconds, then immediately transfer to cold water to stop the cooking process.
4. Sauté the mushrooms in a pan over medium heat with a little sesame oil until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, nabak kimchi, sautéed mushrooms, julienned carrot, cucumber, and blanched spinach.
6. Add the sesame oil, soy sauce, and gochujang to the bowl, mixing everything gently until well combined.
7. Divide the bibimbap mixture between two serving bowls.
8. Top each bowl with a fried egg (if using) and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onion.
9. Serve immediately, mixing everything together before eating.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 72 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 186 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Probiotics from nabak kimchi promote gut health.

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