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Traditional Kimbap freshly made and served with vibrant vegetables and savory fillings on a wooden plate.

traditional kimbap

Chef Lily
Learn how to make Traditional Kimbap with simple ingredients and irresistible flavors. Discover easy steps to create this Korean comfort food at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course / Snack
Cuisine Korean, Fusion
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups short-grain white rice
  • 1 ½ tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 6-8 sheets of roasted seaweed gim
  • 1 cup spinach blanched and seasoned
  • 1 medium carrot julienned
  • 1 cucumber julienned
  • 4 large eggs scrambled and sliced into strips
  • 1 cup pickled radish danmuji, sliced into strips
  • 1 cup cooked beef or fish cakes thinly sliced (optional)
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions
 

Cook the rice:

  • Cook the rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, transfer it to a bowl and let it cool slightly. Season with sesame oil and salt, mixing gently until well combined.

Prepare the fillings:

  • While the rice is cooling, prepare your fillings. Blanch spinach and season it with sesame oil, salt, and garlic. Julienne the carrot and cucumber, and slice the pickled radish. If using, slice the cooked beef or fish cakes into thin strips.

Assemble the Kimbap:

  • Lay a sheet of seaweed on a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down. Spread a thin layer of seasoned rice on the seaweed, leaving about 1 inch at the top. Place the spinach, carrot, cucumber, egg strips, pickled radish, and beef (or fish cakes) in a line across the center of the rice.

Roll the Kimbap:

  • Using the sushi mat, gently roll the Kimbap from the bottom up, applying light pressure to keep the roll tight. Once rolled, use a sharp knife to slice the roll into bite-sized pieces. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.

Garnish and Serve:

  • Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of the finished rolls for added flavor and crunch. Serve immediately or wrap the rolls in plastic wrap for a portable meal.

Notes

Nutrition Information (Per Serving):
  • Calories: 250 kcal
  • Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
    • Fiber: 3g
    • Sugars: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Potassium: 120mg
  • Vitamin A: 15% DV
  • Vitamin C: 6% DV
  • Calcium: 4% DV
  • Iron: 8% DV
Keyword Easy Kimbap Recipe, Korean Rice Rolls, Traditional Kimbap