Vegan Gimbap

Vegan Gimbap is a delightful Korean rice roll filled with vibrant vegetables and umami flavors, making it a nutritious and energizing breakfast option. This dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with essential nutrients, perfect for starting your day right.

Ingredients

• Cooked sushi rice - 200 grams
• Nori sheets - 4 sheets
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Spinach - 100 grams, blanched
• Tofu - 100 grams, pan-fried and sliced
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Cook the sushi rice according to package instructions, then let it cool slightly.
2. In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and sauté the julienned carrots and cucumbers until just tender, about 3-4 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt.
3. In a separate pan, lightly fry the tofu slices until golden brown on both sides.
4. Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, then drain and squeeze out excess water. Season with a little soy sauce and salt.
5. Lay a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat or a clean surface. Spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving about 2 cm at the top edge.
6. Arrange a line of sautéed carrots, cucumbers, spinach, and tofu along the center of the rice-covered nori.
7. Roll the nori away from you, using the mat to help keep it tight. Seal the edge with a little water.
8. Repeat the process with the remaining nori sheets and fillings.
9. Slice each roll into bite-sized pieces and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Provides a good source of protein and healthy fats from tofu and sesame oil.

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