Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of short-grain rice
- 1 1/2 cups of water
- 1/2 pound of beef sirloin, sliced thinly
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1 tablespoon of gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 zucchini, julienned
- 1/2 cup of bean sprouts
- 1/2 cup of spinach
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Stone bowl (dolsot) or regular bowl
- Rice cooker or pot
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the rice several times until the water runs clear. Add the rice and water to a rice cooker or pot and cook according to instructions.
2. In a bowl, mix the beef with soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and gochujang. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
4. In the same pan, add the carrot and zucchini and cook until slightly softened. Set aside.
5. Blanch the bean sprouts and spinach in boiling water for 30 seconds. Drain and set aside.
6. Fry the eggs to your liking.
7. Assemble the bibimbap in a stone bowl or regular bowl by placing the rice at the bottom, followed by the beef, carrot, zucchini, bean sprouts, spinach, and egg on top.
8. Serve with additional gochujang and sesame oil on the side.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Cook the rice according to instructions on the rice cooker or pot.
- Cook the beef over medium-high heat.
- Blanch the bean sprouts and spinach in boiling water for 30 seconds.
Serving size:
- This recipe serves 2-3 people.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 620
- Fat: 29g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Protein: 32g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Beef sirloin can be substituted with chicken or tofu.
- Carrot and zucchini can be substituted with any vegetables of your choice.
- Gochujang can be substituted with sriracha or any chili paste.
Variations:
- Add kimchi for extra flavor.
- Use brown rice instead of white rice for a healthier option.
- Make it vegetarian by omitting the beef and adding more vegetables.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to rinse the rice several times until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- Let the beef marinate for at least 10 minutes for maximum flavor.
- Use a stone bowl (dolsot) if possible to get a crispy rice bottom.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover bibimbap in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the bibimbap in the microwave or on the stove until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the bibimbap in a stone bowl for an authentic Korean experience.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of kimchi and Korean-style pickled vegetables.
Suggested side dishes:
- Kimchi
- Korean-style pickled vegetables
- Korean-style fried chicken
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the rice is too dry, add a splash of water and mix well.
- If the beef is tough, marinate it for longer or cook it for a shorter amount of time.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the beef thoroughly to avoid any foodborne illnesses.
Food history:
- Bibimbap is a traditional Korean dish that originated in the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910).
Flavor profiles:
- Savory, spicy, and slightly sweet.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the bibimbap hot and mix all the ingredients together before eating.
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Region: Korean