Bibimbap or Bibimbop literally translates to mixed rice. It essentially is a variety of mixed vegetables and sliced meat that are sautéed and stir fried, these are then served on a bed of white rice .And all of this is topped with a fried or semi boiled egg and some times evens raw egg ( I won’t suggest that but if you’re brave enough to go there, let me know how it goes!)
The dish is meant to be thoroughly mixed and then devoured.
BiBimBap is seasoned with a sauce made out of a Korean chili paste called Gochujang and soy sauce or doenjang ( a fermented soybean paste).
It is super easy to make , It is similar to making Chinese food ( involves sautéing vegetables quickly and a few steps) .
It is the perfect meal comprising of protein, carbs and fiber.Winner meal idea right here my friends!
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The Recipe yields 4 bowls.
Ingredients:
1 pound of boneless beef steak (sliced thinly)
1 cup of white rice ( rinsed and soaked for 15 minutes)
1 cup shredded carrots
4 cups of fresh spinach or frozen
1 can of bean sprouts
1 can of mushrooms ( you can use fresh mushrooms)
8 cloves garlic (peeled and smashed into a paste)
4 eggs
Cooking oil( I used Olive Oil)
Ingredients for the sauce:
1 teaspoon Gochujang ( or use Thai Chili paste)
1/4 cup Soy Sauce
2 tablespoons Honey
2 tablespoons vinegar
1/4 teaspoon Sesame oil
Ingredients for toppings:
Sesame Seeds
Sriracha Sauce
Directions:
In an airtight jar , make the sauce by pouring all the ingredients listed above to make the sauce. Close tightly and shake until we’ll mixed.
In a bowl add beef, half of garlic paste,half the sauce and let sit for 15 to 20 minutes.
Meanwhile in a stock pot bring water to boil, add 2 teaspoons salt. Add rice and boil for 8 minutes. Drain and put aside.
In a wok or a heavy bottomed skilled add 3 tablespoons of oil , heat it to high and add beef once the pan is very very hot.Stir Fry Meat for a few minutes until brown, don’t overcook it.
Take the beef out on a large plate, now to the same pan a tablespoon garlic, add spinach , sprinkle with salt and cook until it wilts. Take it out and set aside.
In the same wok add a tablespoon of Oil, heat it up to high and add shredded carrots, a tablespoon of the Soy Sauce mixture and sauté for a couple of minutes.Set aside.
Add a tablespoon of Oil and Soy Sauce mixture, a tablespoon of Garlic and Mushrooms and Sauté until the mushrooms are cooked through. Set Aside.
Add a teaspoon of oil and add bean sprouts and sauté for a minute.
Now , In a small frying pan, fry eggs with the yolks remaining runny. I usually put a lid on top and cook them on high heat for 2 -3 minutes
To Assemble:
Divide rice in four bowls. And arrange beef and vegetables around the rim, leaving space in the middle for the eggs. Carefully, place the eggs in the middle. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and Drizzle Sriracha Sauce to taste!