Today we’re making a healthy bibimbap kimbap (비빔밥 김밥) with lots of vegetables! I’m going to show you an easy way to cook the bibimbap vegetables in the microwave – no need to boil or stir-fry each one individually. It’s so delicious that you can even enjoy it as bibimbap without rolling it in seaweed. But when made into kimbap, it becomes a beautiful and convenient meal, perfect for a lunchbox. Let’s make bibimbap kimbap together!
The Popularity of Kimbap
Have you noticed how Kimbap(gimbap) is popping up in more places lately? Korean Kimbap(김밥) is becoming increasingly popular around the world! At Trader Joe’s, for instance, the frozen Kimbap is often sold out, a clear indication of its rising status as a beloved meal option. With its combination of perfectly seasoned rice and fresh vegetables, Kimbap offers a delicious and healthy option that many people love.
In the past, the Korean dishes that were most popular with foreigners were mainly bibimbap, bulgogi, and Samgyeopsal (Korean BBQ). However, tastes are changing, and we now see a growing interest in Korean fried chicken and japchae, highlighting the variety of Korean cuisine. It’s interesting to see how preferences have shifted, especially with dishes like Tteokbokki. Just a decade ago, its sticky texture was not for everyone, but now it’s gaining popularity, with many home cooks trying their hand at making it. It makes me genuinely happy to see Korean food being embraced around the world, and I’m eager to share these wonderful flavors with even more people.
Let me introduce you to a different kind of kimbap: Mackerel Kimchi Kimbap, packed with protein! Made with smoked mackerel, it’s super easy to make. The tender mackerel combined with the crunchy kimchi creates an explosion of umami flavors, making this a healthy and delicious kimbap option!
What Is Bibimbap?
Bibimbap is a traditional Korean dish consisting of a bowl of rice topped with a variety of vegetables, meat, a fried egg, and gochujang (Korean chili paste). The ingredients are mixed together before eating, creating a harmonious balance of flavors and textures. Bibimbap is known for its colorful presentation, with the bright vegetables and egg creating an eye-catching dish. It’s a healthy, nutritious meal.
Stir-Fried Gochujang (볶음고추장)
Today I’m going to show you a special bibimbap gochujang sauce – stir-fried gochujang. It’s made by mixing minced meat, gochujang, and various spices. Honestly, you can just mix it with rice without any vegetables and it’s still incredibly delicious. You won’t want to miss today’s stir-fry gochujang recipe!
Vegan Option
Are you vegan? I’ll show you how to enjoy this dish in a delicious way. If you’re vegan, you can simply substitute finely chopped tofu for the meat and it will taste just as amazing. You can easily substitute tofu for the meat in today’s recipe. It’s that easy!
Why Bibimbap is Healthy
Bibimbap allows you to eat a variety of vegetables at once. It also includes protein sources such as meat or canned tuna, providing a well-rounded mix of nutrients. When served with rice instead of refined flour, the meal becomes even more balanced and complete.
Easy Bibimbap Kimbap
Today, we’re going to make bibimbap ingredients in the microwave. Usually, making bibimbap involves a lot of steps like blanching vegetables in water and stir-frying them, which can be tedious. But today, we’re going to make it super easy by just microwaving the vegetables. With no oil required, it’s also a healthier version! If you don’t have seaweed, you can just eat it as bibimbap, and it’s still delicious and easy. But if you roll it in seaweed, it becomes an elegant dish that’s perfect for serving to guests. Let’s all try making bibimbap kimbap today!
Bibimbap Kimbap
Equipment
- 1 Frying pan
- 1 Julienne slicer
- 1 Knife
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Plastic wrap
- 1 Spatula
- 1 Tablespoon
- 1 Teaspoon
Ingredients
- 2 Tbs Carrot
- 2 Tbs Zucchini
- 2 Tbs Been sprouts
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 3 tsp Sesame oil can substitute with 1/4 tsp dried Thyme
- 1 tsp Green onions
- 1 tsp Garlic
- 50 g Minced meat
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp Soy sauce
- 1+1/3 Tbsp Gochujang
- 1 bowl Rice
- 2 pieces Eggs
- 5 g Seasame oil (extra) to brush on kimbap and knife for slicing
- 1 sheet Seaweed for kimbap
Instructions
Prepare the vegetables
- Thinly slice the zucchini and cut each round into 4 pieces.
- Julienne the carrot.
- Place the carrot, zucchini, and bean sprouts in a bowl
- Cover with plastic wrap. Poke holes in it, and microwave for 3 minutes and 30 seconds.
- Add a pinch of salt to the vegetable bowl and drizzle 1 tsp of sesame oil on each vegetable.
Special Bibimbap Gochujang
- Sauté chopped green onions in oil to make green onion oil.
- Add 1 tsp minced garlic.
- Add 50g of minced meat.
- Add 1 tsp sugar, 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce, and 1 Tbsp Gochujang.
Make the Bibimbap rice
- Mix 1/3 Tbsp normal gochujang and 1 Tbsp sesame oil into 1 bowl of rice.
Fry 2 eggs.
- Fry 2 eggs.
Fill the Gimbap
- Spread the rice thinly on a sheet of seaweed.
- Add the vegetables, stir-fried gochujang, and eggs on top.
- Roll up the gimbap.
- Brush sesame oil on the kimbap and knife.
- Slice the kimbap.
- Jal meokget-seumnida.
- 잘 먹겠습니다.
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