Gluten-Free Gimbap

Satisfy your craving for Korean cuisine with this vibrant and wholesome Gluten-Free Gimbap recipe! Perfect for those seeking a gluten-free twist on the classic Korean seaweed rice roll, this dish is packed with fresh and flavorful ingredients like tender beef marinated in gluten-free Korean BBQ sauce, crisp julienned vegetables, pickled radish, and savory sesame-infused rice. Each gim (seaweed) sheet is rolled to perfection using a bamboo mat, creating tightly packed, bite-sized pieces that are as visually striking as they are delicious. Lightly roasted seaweed imparts a nutty aroma, while a finishing touch of sesame oil and sesame seeds adds richness and crunch. Ideal for picnics, lunchboxes, or an impressive appetizer, this recipe offers a taste of Korea that is entirely free of gluten without compromising on flavor or authenticity.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 5

Ingredients

• 2 cups Short-grain white rice, uncooked
• 2.5 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 5 sheets Gim (dried seaweed sheets)
• 1 large Carrot, julienned
• 1 large English cucumber, julienned
• 2 cups Spinach
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (gluten-free)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 1 cup Pickled radish (danmuji)
• 200 grams Beef, thinly sliced
• 1 Garlic clove, minced
• 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
• 3 tablespoons Korean BBQ sauce (gluten-free)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice with 2.5 cups of water in a rice cooker or pot. Once cooked, let it cool slightly and mix in 2 tablespoons of sesame oil and 1 teaspoon salt. Set aside.

Step 2

While the rice is cooking, prepare the fillings. Julienne the carrot and cucumber, slice the pickled radish, and wash the spinach.

Step 3

In a small non-stick pan, add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil and sauté the spinach until wilted. Season lightly with salt and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pan, scramble the eggs with a pinch of salt until cooked through. Slice into thin strips and set aside.

Step 5

In the same pan, heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil, add the minced garlic and beef, then sauté until the beef is cooked through. Add the Korean BBQ sauce and mix well. Set aside.

Step 6

Lightly roast the gim sheets over an open flame for a few seconds to enhance the flavor and crispness.

Step 7

To assemble the gimbap, place a gim sheet on a bamboo mat. Spread a layer of rice evenly over the gim, leaving about 2 cm (1 inch) of the top edge clear.

Step 8

Place the beef, egg strips, carrots, cucumber, spinach, and pickled radish in a line along the bottom third of the rice.

Step 9

Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the gimbap away from you, pressing firmly to ensure a tight roll. Seal the edge with a little water if needed.

Step 10

Repeat this process with the remaining ingredients.

Step 11

Rub each roll lightly with sesame oil and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.

Step 12

Slice each roll into 1 cm (half-inch) pieces, and serve with gluten-free soy sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2119.2 grams (2119.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2933

Total Fat 118.80g	152%
Saturated Fat 29.50g	148%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.80g
Cholesterol 512mg	171%
Sodium 7382mg	321%
Total Carbohydrate 371.10g	135%
Dietary Fiber 16.80g	60%
Total Sugars 32.70g
Protein 94.00g	188%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 372mg	29%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 2842mg	60%

*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: 36.5%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 50.7%