Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb beef sirloin, sliced thinly
- 4 cups cooked rice
- 4 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, spinach, bean sprouts, mushrooms, zucchini)
- 4 eggs
- 4 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 4 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet or wok
- Rice cooker or pot for cooking rice
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Cook rice according to package instructions or using a rice cooker.
2. In a small bowl, mix together gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and minced garlic to make the sauce.
3. Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add sliced beef and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil and sauté mixed vegetables until tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Fry eggs sunny-side up in a separate pan.
6. To assemble the bibimbap, divide the cooked rice evenly among four bowls. Arrange the cooked beef and mixed vegetables on top of the rice. Place a fried egg on top of each bowl.
7. Drizzle the gochujang sauce over the top of each bowl.
8. Serve hot and mix everything together before eating.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Medium-high heat
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 600
Fat: 22g
Carbohydrates: 70g
Protein: 30g
Sodium: 800mg
Sugar: 10g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Beef sirloin can be substituted with chicken or pork.
- Mixed vegetables can be substituted with any vegetables of your choice.
- Gochujang can be substituted with sriracha or other chili paste.
Variations:
- Vegetarian bibimbap can be made by omitting the beef and adding tofu or tempeh.
- Seafood bibimbap can be made by adding shrimp or squid.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to slice the beef thinly so it cooks quickly and evenly.
- Use a variety of colorful vegetables for a visually appealing dish.
- Double the sauce recipe if you prefer more sauce.
Storage instructions:
Store any leftover bibimbap in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat bibimbap in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve bibimbap in a traditional Korean stone bowl for an authentic presentation.
Garnishes:
Garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and nori strips.
Pairings:
Serve with Korean side dishes like kimchi, pickled vegetables, or Korean pancake.
Suggested side dishes:
- Kimchi
- Pickled vegetables
- Korean pancake
- Steamed dumplings
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the beef is tough, try marinating it in the sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.
- If the vegetables are too watery, drain them well before serving.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the beef and eggs thoroughly to prevent foodborne illness.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking.
Food history:
Bibimbap is a popular Korean dish that originated in Jeonju, a city in the southwestern part of South Korea. It is a rice bowl topped with various vegetables, meat, and egg, and is typically served with gochujang sauce.
Flavor profiles:
Bibimbap is a savory and slightly spicy dish with a variety of textures and flavors from the different vegetables and meats.
Serving suggestions:
Serve bibimbap hot and mix everything together before eating.
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Region: Korean