Korean Morning Rejuvenation Bowl: A Vegetarian Energy Boost

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Soy, eggs

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked short
• grain brown rice
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, carrots, and mushrooms), julienned
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 4 large eggs, fried or poached
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
• 1 tbsp black sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 lime, juiced
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the brown rice according to package instructions. Set aside.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium high heat. Add the mixed vegetables and cook for 3 4 minutes or until tender but still crisp. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Add the cooked vegetables to the rice along with baby spinach, tossing gently to combine.
4. Arrange the vegetable rice mixture in bowls, top with avocado slices and fried or poached eggs.
5. In a small bowl, mix together gochujang, soy sauce, honey, and lime juice. Drizzle over the bowls and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
6. Serve immediately, and enjoy your energy boosting Korean breakfast!

Chef’s Insight

The combination of rice, vegetables, protein, and healthy fats provides a perfect balance of nutrients for a nourishing and satisfying meal.

Notes

Feel free to add additional vegetables or protein sources as desired.