Tofu Bibimbap

Tofu Bibimbap is a vibrant and nutritious Korean rice dish featuring a colorful array of sautéed vegetables, marinated tofu, and a rich gochujang sauce, all served over a bed of warm rice. This vegetarian delight is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavors and textures that will satisfy your taste buds.

Ingredients

• Cooked white rice - 200 grams
• Firm tofu - 200 grams
• Spinach - 100 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Zucchini - 1 small, julienned
• Shiitake mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut it into cubes.
2. In a bowl, mix the cubed tofu with soy sauce, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the marinated tofu and sauté until golden brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same pan, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil. Sauté the shiitake mushrooms for 3-4 minutes until tender, then add the julienned carrot and zucchini. Cook for an additional 3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened. Add spinach and stir-fry until wilted. Season with salt to taste.
5. To serve, divide the cooked rice between two bowls. Arrange the sautéed vegetables and tofu on top of the rice in a colorful pattern.
6. Drizzle with gochujang and sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the top. Mix everything together before eating.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 80 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from tofu, which helps in muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the variety of vegetables, supporting overall health.

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