Bi Bim Bap (Korean) Recipe

Name: Bi Bim Bap (Korean)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 18 ounces chicken breasts; 6 eggs, separated; 12 ounces carrots, julienned; 12 ounces cucumbers, julienned; 12 ounces spinach, cooked and shredded; sesame oil, as needed; salt, pepper to taste; 6 cups cooked sushi rice; 1 cup soy sauce; 1 cup sugar; 1/4 cup garlic, minced; 1/4 cup chopped white scallion; 3 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted and crushed; 1/4 cup chili bean paste (kochujang); 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon water

Servings: persons

18 ounces chicken breasts
6 eggs, separated
12 ounces carrots, julienned
12 ounces cucumbers, julienned
12 ounces spinach, cooked and shredded
sesame oil, as needed
salt, pepper to taste
6 cups cooked sushi rice
1 cup soy sauce
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup garlic, minced
1/4 cup chopped white scallion
3 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted and crushed
1/4 cup chili bean paste (kochujang)
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon water

1
Make the marinade: Combine 1 cup soy sauce, 1 cup sugar, 1/4 cup minced garlic, 1/4 cup chopped white scallion, 3 tablespoons toasted, crushed sesame seeds and pepper to taste.
2
Cut chicken breasts into small pieces, matchstick sized.
3
Let rest at least 2 hours in marinade -- refrigerated.
4
Season egg yolks with salt. Beat until smooth.
5
Lightly oil and heat nonstick pan over medium flame.
6
Cook yolks crepe-style. Transfer crepes to. sheet pan to cool.
7
Repeat process with egg whites. (If necessary, add small. amount of cornstarch-water mixture to keep whites smooth.).
8
Julienne white and yellow crepes. Reserve.
9
Season carrots and cucumber with salt. Set aside 5 minutes. Rinse; pat dry. Saute in sesame oil. Reserve.
10
Stir-fry spinach in sesame oil. Reserve.
11
Arrange chicken, egg, vegetables around rice.
12
Make Kochujang sauce: combine 1/4 cup kochujang (chile-bean paste), 2 tablespoon sugar and 1 tablespoon water in saucepan. Heat to boil, stirring constantly.
13
Cook over medium heat until sugar dissolves and mixture reduces, 3-5 minutes.
14
Serve Kochujang sauce with the Bi Bim Bap.

1833

kcal

Calories

Fat

304

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 18 ounces chicken breasts, 6 eggs, separated, 12 ounces carrots, julienned, 12 ounces cucumbers, julienned, and more.

Yes, Bi Bim Bap (Korean) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bi Bim Bap (Korean)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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