Bibimbap is an authentic Korean dish which is loved within numerous countries throughout the world. The traditional flavours from the sauce are present within every mouthful and leaves you craving more. We have included two delicious bibimbap recipes which you can make at home in as little as 15 minutes! Perfect to suit those quick midweek meals. Within our guide we have included both a traditional beef recipe and a vegan recipe. This shows the diverse opportunities of this delicious dish. Discover a new quick and healthy recipe with the help of Mindful Chef.
What is a Bibimbap?
Bibimbap is a traditional Asian dish which is created by using:
- A bowl of rice
- Topped with a variety of vegetables and meat
- Served with a bibimbap sauce
The meaning behind the word ‘bibimbap’ is a fusion of two words. The first is ‘bibim’ which means to mix, followed by ‘bap’ referring to rice. Together it creates the idea of a mixed rice dish with lots of exciting flavours and textures. It is a popular recipe throughout Asia as it can be produced in large quantities easily, but can also create a sense of unity as the whole family traditionally come together to prepare each element of the cuisine.
How to Make a Bibimbap Sauce
The sauce to any Korean dish is the secret to the diverse flavours and a bibimbap sauce is no different. No matter who prepares the bibimbap dish, the sauce will always incorporate the same ingredients. It is for this reason that this Korean cuisine can be a comforting meal for anyone who tries it.
To make an authentic bibimbap sauce you will need:
- Garlic
- Sesame oil
- Honey
- Sugar
- Rice vinegar
- Salt
- Gochujang
Together the sauce has a slightly pungent, spicy, sweet and salty flavour all at the same time. It is what makes this traditional Asian dish so special for many people around the globe.
Spicy Tofu Bibimbap with Rainbow Chard
We love the dynamic flavours of Korean cuisine, especially our spicy tofu bibimbap with rainbow chard. Our spin on bibimbap features nutritious brown rice, sweet carrot ribbons and satisfying chunks of tamari-dressed tofu. To serve, rainbow chard and creamy avocado slices are your essential greens.
- Cook time: 30 mins
- Allergens: Sesame, Soya
- Cuisine: Asian
- Key ingredient: Hearty organic tofu
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 589
- Protein: 25g
- Carbs: 59g
- Fat: 28g
Our recommended portion size for this vegan bibimbap is for a couple or an individual with leftovers for the following day. If catering for more, double the quantity of the ingredients in this healthy recipe to suit a family of four. Discover more cultural dishes with the help of Mindful Chef. Some of our most popular dishes are included in our healthy Italian recipes, our healthy Japanese recipes and our healthy British recipes.
Why We Love This Vegan Bibimbap Recipe
Tofu is a popular meat alternative that is derived from soya. It can provide a great source of protein and it contains all nine essential amino acids. In addition, tofu provides the body with a valuable plant source of iron and calcium. Two nutrients that are commonly lacked in a vegan or vegetarian diet. It is vital to ensure the body is supplied with essential minerals and vitamins in order to perform efficiently in your daily routine.
Bibimbap Ingredients
To create this vegan bibimbap recipe, you will need:
- 1 avocado
- 2 x carrot
- ½ tsp red chilli flakes
- 2 garlic clove
- 2 tsp maple syrup
- 2 spring onion
- 100g rainbow chard
- 80g brown rice
- 2 tsp white sesame seeds (Sesame)
- 300g firm tofu (Soya)
- 2 tbsp tamari (Soya)
Vegan Bibimbap Instructions
Our vegan bibimbap recipe takes just 30 minutes before it can be served on your table:
- Boil a kettle. Rinse the rice, then place in a saucepan with 600ml lightly salted boiling water. Simmer for 20-25 mins, until cooked, then drain.
- Thinly slice the chard (leaves and stalks). Peel the carrots, then use a peeler to make long, thin ribbons. Thinly slice the spring onions. Thinly slice the garlic.
- Drain the tofu, pat dry with paper towel and cut into 1cm cubes. Heat a frying pan with 1/2 tbsp oil on a medium heat. Cook the tofu for 10 mins, until turning golden. Add half the tamari and cook for 2-3 mins to coat the tofu. Remove from the pan and keep warm.
- Heat the same pan with 1/2 tbsp oil, then add half the spring onions and the garlic. Cook for 1 min, then stir in the chard and cook for 3 mins. Push the veg to one side of the pan and cook the carrot ribbons in the other half for 1 min, until softened.
- Peel the avocado, destone and thinly slice. In a small bowl, mix the chilli with the maple syrup and remaining tamari.
- Serve the rice topped with the chard, carrots, avocado, and tofu. Drizzle the chilli sauce over the tofu and sprinkle with the sesame seeds and remaining spring onions.
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Spicy Barbecue Beef Bibimbap with Spinach & Egg
Try our spin on a classic Korean rice dish with our spicy barbecue beef bibimbap with spinach & egg. Featuring grass-fed British beef mince, plump baby plum tomatoes and free-range eggs. It’s such a tasty dish, you will forget it’s healthy and packed full of vitamins, protein and fibre!
- Cook time: 15 mins
- Allergens: Eggs, Sesame, Soya
- Cuisine: Asian
- Key ingredient: Rich grass-fed British beef
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 645
- Protein: 46g
- Carbs: 50g
- Fat: 31g
The fusion of flavours in this asian cuisine make this dish a pleasure to consume. Our recommended portion size for this recipe is for an individual, but can easily be doubled for a couple. Perfect for a midweek meal or a romantic date night. Either way you can have a nutritious meal in just 15 minutes.
Why We Love This Healthy Beef Bibimbap Recipe
Brown Rice is full of nutritious elements which can often be missed when compared to traditional white rice. Brown basmati rice contains more fibre and antioxidants than white rice and can be seen to be high in magnesium. Research has shown that if you incorporate whole grains and magnesium regularly into your diet, it helps to lower your blood sugar levels. Ultimately helping to decrease your risk of type 2 diabetes. We incorporate brown rice into our selection of bibimbap recipes to create a healthy, balanced meal that the whole family can enjoy.
Bibimbap Ingredients
A filling beef bibimbap recipe has never been easier. For a dish the whole family will enjoy you will need:
- 150g beef mince
- 1 egg (Eggs)
- 25g honey (use a quarter)
- 2 spring onion
- 1 yellow pepper (use half)
- 250g steamed brown basmati rice (use half)
- 0.5 tsp shichimi togarashi (use half) (Sesame)
- 40g baby spinach
- 1 tbsp tamari (Soya)
- 60g baby plum tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato puree
Beef Bibimbap Instructions
In under ten steps you will have made this healthy beef bibimbap recipe with a Mindful Chef twist. To start, follow these simple instructions:
- Heat a medium frying pan with 1/2 tsp oil on a medium heat. Add the beef and whole tomatoes. Cook for 10 mins, until the mince is browning and the tomatoes are softening.
- Meanwhile, make the barbecue sauce. To a bowl, add the tomato puree, tamari, honey, shichimi togarashi and 80ml of cold Mix well.
- Finely slice the spring onions. Thinly slice half the pepper.
- Heat another large frying pan with 1tsp olive oil. Add the pepper and cook for 2 mins, then add the spinach, rice, half the spring onions and 2 tbsp cold water. Cook for 3 mins, until the rice is hot and the spinach has wilted.
- When the mince is cooked, add the sauce and remaining spring onions; simmer for 3 mins. Crush the cooked tomatoes with the back of a fork.
- Spoon the rice into warm bowls, then cover to keep warm. Clean the frying pan and heat with 1/2 tsp oil on a medium heat. Crack in the egg; season with sea salt and black pepper. Cook for a few mins, until ready.
- Serve the beef with the rice, topped with the fried egg.
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