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Bibimbap (Korean Mixed Rice Bowl)

Bibimbap (Korean Mixed Rice Bowl)

Korean rice bowl with seasoned ground beef, sautéed vegetables, a fried egg, and spicy gochujang sauce.

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Prep20 min
Cook20 min
Protein30g
Calories480
Carbs50g
Fat18g

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🥗Ingredients

4 servings

Beef

  • 300g ground beef
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp sugar

Vegetables

  • 100g spinach, blanched
  • 1 carrot, julienned and sautéed
  • 100g bean sprouts, blanched
  • 1 zucchini, sliced and sautéed
  • 100g mushrooms, sautéed
  • Sesame oil and salt for each

Assembly

  • 400g cooked short-grain rice
  • 4 fried eggs
  • 2 tbsp gochujang
  • Sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

👨‍🍳Instructions

  1. 1

    Season beef with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, sugar. Cook until browned.

  2. 2

    Prepare each vegetable separately: blanch spinach and bean sprouts; sauté carrot, zucchini, mushrooms. Season each with sesame oil and salt.

  3. 3

    Divide rice into bowls. Arrange vegetables and beef in sections on top.

  4. 4

    Top each bowl with a fried egg and a spoonful of gochujang.

  5. 5

    Mix everything together before eating. Drizzle with sesame oil.

📊Nutrition per serving

Values are per 1 serving and stay fixed regardless of the servings adjuster above — use the adjuster to scale ingredients only.

Calories480
Protein30g
Carbs50g
Fat18g
Fiber4g

💪Protein & Nutrition Breakdown

Each serving of Bibimbap (Korean Mixed Rice Bowl) delivers 30g of protein at 480 calories — that's 16 calories per gram of protein, making it a solid protein sources on this site. Protein accounts for roughly 25% of total calories in this dish. The 50g of carbohydrates per serving provide energy for training, making this a well-rounded meal both pre- and post-workout. The 18g of fat primarily comes from the cooking method and protein source itself, contributing to satiety and supporting fat-soluble vitamin absorption.

🥡Meal Prep & Storage

Bibimbap (Korean Mixed Rice Bowl) is a straightforward recipe that scales well for meal prep. This recipe makes 4 servings, each delivering 30g of protein and 480 calories — ideal for tracking macros across the week. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For batch cooking, brown a double portion of the protein and refrigerate the plain cooked meat separately from the sauce — this keeps textures better over 4 days.

💡 Tips & Notes

  • •Each vegetable is seasoned and cooked separately for distinct flavors.
  • •A hot stone bowl (dolsot) creates crispy rice on the bottom.

Variations

  • →Use tofu for vegetarian.
  • →Add kimchi.
  • →Use chicken or salmon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make Bibimbap (Korean Mixed Rice Bowl) ahead of time?

Cook the protein and rice/grains ahead and refrigerate separately for up to 3 days. Reheat protein in a pan with a splash of water, then assemble bowls to order.

What can I serve alongside Bibimbap (Korean Mixed Rice Bowl)?

A simple green salad, roasted vegetables, or steamed rice make great accompaniments depending on how hearty you want the meal.

Why isn't my protein browning properly?

The pan must be hot before the protein goes in — add oil and wait until it shimmers. Pat the protein completely dry first (moisture prevents browning). Don't crowd the pan; cook in batches with space between each piece.

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Recipe by

BoBo Chef

Fitness enthusiast and home cook. Every recipe is tested in a real kitchen and macro-verified before publishing.

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