How to Make Korean Bibimbap

beef

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Tofu provides a plant-based option while ground pork is more affordable.

gochujang

🥗Healthier: sambal oelek

💰Cheaper: chili paste

Sambal oelek offers a similar heat without added sugars.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat, while canola oil is less expensive.

egg

🥗Healthier: flax egg

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flax egg is a vegan alternative, while egg substitute can be cheaper.

Prepare 2 cups of short grain rice and keep warm.

Blanch 100 grams of spinach in boiling water for about 30 seconds, then drain and squeeze out excess water. Season with sesame oil, soy sauce, and minced garlic.

Blanch 100 grams of bean sprouts for 1 to 2 minutes, then drain and season with sesame oil, soy sauce, and minced garlic.

Julienne 1 carrot and 1 zucchini, then sauté them separately in a little oil until tender but still with a bit of bite. Season lightly.

Slice 4 to 5 shiitake mushrooms thinly and sauté with soy sauce, garlic, and sesame oil until fragrant.

In a small pan, cook 150 grams of ground beef or chicken with soy sauce, garlic, sesame oil, salt, and pepper until fully cooked and browned. Skip this step for a vegetarian version or substitute with crispy tofu.

In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of gochujang, 1 teaspoon of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1 tablespoon of water, and 1/2 teaspoon of sesame seeds. Stir until smooth to create the bibimbap sauce.

Fry 2 eggs sunny side up in a separate pan until the whites are set and yolks are still runny.

In a wide shallow bowl, start with a generous portion of the warm rice as the base.

Arrange the sautéed vegetables and cooked meat (if using) in separate sections around the rice.

Place the fried egg in the center of the bowl on top of the rice and veggies.

Add a spoonful of the bibimbap sauce on top of the dish.

Mix all ingredients together before eating to ensure a balance of flavors and textures.

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