Bi Bim Bap

Experience the vibrant, balanced flavors of Korean cuisine with this Bi Bim Bap recipe, a colorful rice bowl that combines perfectly fluffy short-grain rice, tender marinated ribeye steak, and an array of sautéed vegetables like carrots, cucumber, spinach, and bean sprouts. Topped with a sunny-side-up egg and a drizzle of spicy-sweet gochujang sauce, this dish is as visually striking as it is delicious. Each component, from the caramelized vegetables to the nutty sesame seeds, is cooked separately to preserve their unique flavors and textures, making every bite a delightful medley. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a creative meal prep option, this iconic Korean comfort food is sure to satisfy your cravings for something hearty, wholesome, and utterly delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Short grain white rice
• 2.5 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 pound Ribeye steak
• 4 cups Bibimbap vegetables (carrot, cucumber, spinach, and bean sprouts)
• 4 units Eggs
• 4 tablespoons Gochujang
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Rinse 2 cups of short grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Add it to a rice cooker with 2.5 cups of water and cook according to the rice cooker's instructions. Once done, keep the rice warm until serving.

Step 2

Thinly slice 1 pound of ribeye steak into bite-sized pieces. Mince 2 garlic cloves. In a bowl, combine the sliced steak, garlic, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Mix well and marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 3

Prepare 4 cups of bibimbap vegetables: Julienne 1 cup of carrots and 1 cup of cucumber, blanch 1 cup of spinach, and rinse 1 cup of bean sprouts.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the steak and stir-fry until cooked to your liking, approximately 4-5 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 5

In the same pan, add a bit more vegetable oil if necessary and sauté each vegetable separately until tender, seasoning with a pinch of salt. Set aside each vegetable in separate bowls.

Step 6

Fry 4 eggs sunny side up in a pan with a bit of oil until the whites are set but the yolks remain runny. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 7

For the gochujang sauce, in a small bowl, mix 4 tablespoons of gochujang, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and 1 teaspoon of sugar until smooth.

Step 8

To assemble, divide the warm rice into four bowls. Arrange the stir-fried vegetables, cooked beef, and a fried egg on top of each bowl.

Step 9

Drizzle each serving with a spoonful of gochujang sauce, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and serve immediately.

Step 10

Mix everything in the bowl before eating to enjoy the delicious combination of flavors in Bi Bim Bap.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2798.4 grams (2798.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3040

Total Fat 155.10g	199%
Saturated Fat 43.40g	217%
Polyunsaturated Fat 35.80g
Cholesterol 1102mg	367%
Sodium 8343mg	363%
Total Carbohydrate 227.50g	83%
Dietary Fiber 32.90g	118%
Total Sugars 45.30g
Protein 194.10g	388%

Vitamin D 182IU	911%
Calcium 675mg	52%
Iron 31mg	172%
Potassium 4436mg	94%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.3%

Protein: 25.2%

Carbs: 29.5%