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Simplified Bibimbap Bowl
Simplified Bibimbap Bowl
Classic DishBibimbap
Prep: 15 min • Cook: 15 min. A quick weeknight bibimbap using pre-shredded carrots and spinach, a simple soy-sesame dressing, and pan-fried tofu for a healthy and delicious meal.
- Preparation time
- 15 min
- Cooking time
- 15 min
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 2
Instructions
Prepare Dressing
- 1In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and sugar (if using). Set aside.
Cook Tofu and Vegetables
- 1Heat 1 tsp of sesame oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cubed tofu and pan-fry until golden brown on all sides.
- 2Add the shredded carrots to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
- 3Add the spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Season vegetables with a pinch of salt and pepper if desired.
Fry Eggs
- 1In the same skillet (or a separate one), fry the eggs sunny-side up or to your desired doneness.
Assemble Bibimbap
- 1Divide the warm rice between two bowls.
- 2Top each bowl with portions of the cooked tofu, carrots, and spinach.
- 3Place a fried egg on top of each bowl.
- 4Drizzle the prepared soy-sesame dressing over the bowls.
- 5Garnish with sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 551 kcal
- Protein
- 25 g
- Fat
- 23 g
- Carbs
- 61 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 551 kcal |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Fat | 23 g |
| Carbs | 61 g |
Tips
- Pressing the tofu well ensures it gets crispy when pan-fried, adding great texture to the bowl.
- If you don't have pre-shredded vegetables, julienne your carrots and spinach finely for quick cooking.
- A drizzle of gochujang (Korean chili paste) can add an extra layer of flavor and spice.
