Korean Breakfast Delight: Bibimbap Bowl with Fried Egg and Kimchi

Allergens

Contains no common allergens unless specified.

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked white or brown rice 1 tbsp vegetable oil 2 large eggs Salt and pepper, to taste 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced 1 medium carrot, julienned 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1/4 cup mung bean sprouts 1/4 cup spinach, chopped 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste) 1 tbsp sesame oil 1 tsp sugar 1/2 tsp minced garlic 1/2 tsp minced ginger 1/4 cup kimchi, store
• bought or homemade 1 green onion, thinly sliced Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

1. Begin by preparing your rice. Follow package instructions to cook and set aside, keeping it warm.
2. In a non stick pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Carefully crack the eggs into the pan and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook until the whites are set and the yolks reach your desired level of doneness, approximately 4 5 minutes. Transfer the cooked egg to a plate and set aside.
3. In another non stick pan or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add cucumber, carrot, and red bell pepper slices, sautéing until tender crisp. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer the cooked vegetables to a bowl and set aside.
4. In the same pan or wok, add mung bean sprouts and chopped spinach, cooking for 1 2 minutes until slightly softened. Remove from heat and set aside.
5. In a small bowl, combine gochujang, sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic, and ginger to create the bibimbap sauce. Mix well to combine.
6. Assemble your Bibimbap Bowl by placing rice in the bottom of two bowls. Top with the sautéed vegetables, mung bean sprouts, and chopped spinach. Drizzle generously with bibimbap sauce, and place a fried egg on top. Garnish with kimchi, sliced green onions, and toasted sesame seeds.

Chef’s Insight

To ensure your eggs cook evenly, crack them into a small dish before sliding them into the pan. This prevents shell from accidentally falling into the oil and burning.

Notes

Feel free to customize your bibimbap with additional ingredients or your favorite proteins. The key is to create a harmonious balance of flavors and textures.