Nokdu Bap

Nokdu Bap is a vibrant Korean rice dish made with nutty mung beans and infused with savory flavors, perfect for a healthy meal. This dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it a wholesome choice for any time of the day.

Ingredients

• Mung beans - 100 grams
• Short-grain rice - 150 grams
• Water - 500 ml
• Vegetable broth - 250 ml
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Scallions - 2, finely chopped
• Carrot - 1 small, julienned
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon, for garnish

Steps

1. Rinse the mung beans under cold water and soak them in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. Drain the soaked mung beans and blend them with 100 ml of water until smooth.
3. Rinse the short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 30 minutes.
4. In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
5. Add the blended mung beans to the pot and stir for about 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
6. Add the soaked rice, vegetable broth, and the remaining water (400 ml) to the pot. Stir well and bring to a boil.
7. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
8. In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the julienned carrot to the pot to steam.
9. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
10. Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 58 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein and fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Low in calories while providing essential vitamins and minerals.

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