Vegetable Kimbap

Vegetable Kimbap is a vibrant and nutritious Korean roll filled with a variety of fresh vegetables, perfect for a quick and healthy breakfast. This delightful dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavors and essential nutrients.

Ingredients

• Cooked sushi rice - 1 cup
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Nori sheets - 4 sheets
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Cucumber - 1/2 medium, julienned
• Spinach - 100 grams, blanched
• Pickled radish - 50 grams, cut into strips
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - for serving

Steps

1. Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then cook according to package instructions. Once cooked, let it cool slightly.
2. In a small bowl, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Heat gently until sugar dissolves, then mix into the warm rice until evenly coated.
3. Prepare the vegetables: julienne the carrot and cucumber, blanch the spinach in boiling water for 30 seconds, and then rinse with cold water.
4. Lay a sheet of nori on a bamboo mat or clean surface, shiny side down. Spread about 1/4 of the seasoned rice evenly over the nori, leaving a 2 cm border at the top.
5. Arrange a small amount of each vegetable (carrot, cucumber, spinach, and pickled radish) in a line across the rice, about 1/3 of the way up from the bottom.
6. Drizzle a little sesame oil over the vegetables and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
7. Starting from the bottom, roll the kimbap tightly away from you, using the bamboo mat to help. Moisten the top edge of the nori with a little water to seal the roll.
8. Repeat the process with the remaining nori sheets and filling ingredients.
9. Once all rolls are made, slice each roll into bite-sized pieces with a sharp knife, wetting the knife to prevent sticking.
10. Serve the kimbap with soy sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in dietary fiber, aiding digestion and promoting fullness.

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