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Best Korean Bibimbap Recipe

Join us at Desi Street Foods as we explore the captivating world of Bibimbap, a Korean culinary masterpiece that has found a second home on Indian streets. From the traditional Bibimbap bowl to the sizzling allure of the Korean dolsot, we unravel the essence of this Soulful dish. Delve with us into the roots, the art of crafting Bibimbap at home, and the celestial charm it carries as a Korean dish. Discover the joy of homemade Bibimbap, a celebration of flavors that transcends borders.
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Equipment

  • 1 x Pressure Cooker
  • 2 x Bowl
  • 1 x Pan
  • 1 x spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Bibimbap Base:

  • 2 cups cooked short-grain rice
  • 2 cups spinach washed
  • 1 medium carrot julienned
  • 1 zucchini julienned
  • 1 cup bean sprouts blanched
  • 1 cup shiitake mushrooms sliced
  • 4 eggs optional, for topping
  • Sesame oil for drizzling
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Bibimbap Sauce (Gochujang Sauce):

  • 2 tablespoons gochujang Korean red pepper paste
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger

Instructions
 

Prepare the Rice

  • Cook the short-grain rice. Once cooked, fluff it with a fork and set aside.
  • Blanch the spinach in boiling water for about 1-2 minutes. Drain and squeeze out excess water. Season with a pinch of salt and a drizzle of sesame oil. Mix well and set aside.
  • Julienne the carrot and zucchini into thin strips. Sauté them lightly in a pan with a bit of oil or leave them raw for added crunch.
  • Blanch the bean sprouts in boiling water for about 2 minutes. Drain and season with salt and a bit of sesame oil. Set aside.
  • Sauté the sliced shiitake mushrooms in a bit of sesame oil until they are cooked through. Season with salt and pepper.

Prepare the Bibimbap Sauce

  • In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey (or sugar), minced garlic, and grated ginger. Adjust the seasoning to your taste.

Assemble the Bibimbap

  • Divide the cooked rice among serving bowls.
  • Arrange portions of each prepared vegetable and mushrooms on top of the rice, creating a colorful display.
  • Optionally, top with a fried or poached egg.

Serve

  • Drizzle the Bibimbap sauce over the vegetables and rice.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds and an additional drizzle of sesame oil.
  • Serve immediately, and instruct diners to mix everything together before eating to enjoy the full range of flavors.

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