{"id":"recipe_e315d401e9","slug":"gimbap-korean-seaweed-rice-rolls","title":"Gimbap (Korean Seaweed Rice Rolls)","description":"A classic Korean comfort food perfect for breakfast or lunch, featuring seasoned rice and savory fillings rolled tightly in seaweed.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":30,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":50,"activeMinutes":40},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"2 cups short-grain rice","name":"Rice","quantity":400,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"cup","form":"short-grain","notes":"uncooked","group":"Rice","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"5 sheets dried seaweed (Gim)","name":"Seaweed","quantity":5,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":5,"usUnit":"piece","form":"sheets","notes":"dried","group":"Wrapper","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 large carrot, julienned","name":"Carrot","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"julienned","notes":"large","group":"Fillings","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 bunch spinach","name":"Spinach","quantity":1,"unit":"bunch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"bunch","form":"fresh","notes":"blanched and squeezed dry","group":"Fillings","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"2 large eggs","name":"Egg","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"beaten","notes":"large","group":"Fillings","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"150g beef, sliced into strips","name":"Beef Flank Steak","quantity":150,"unit":"g","usQuantity":5.3,"usUnit":"oz","form":"strips","notes":"bulgogi-style or flank steak","group":"Fillings","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"5 strips pickled yellow radish (Danmuji)","name":"Radish","quantity":5,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":5,"usUnit":"piece","form":"strips","notes":"pickled yellow radish","group":"Fillings","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"2 tablespoons sesame oil","name":"Sesame Oil","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"tbsp","form":"liquid","notes":"toasted","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"1 teaspoon salt","name":"Salt","quantity":6,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"divided use","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"1 tablespoon soy sauce","name":"Soy Sauce","quantity":15,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"tbsp","form":"liquid","notes":"for beef","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-11","original":"1 garlic clove, minced","name":"Garlic Clove","quantity":1,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"clove","form":"minced","notes":"for beef","group":"Seasoning","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Rinse the rice several times and cook it in a rice cooker or pot. Once done, let it cool slightly.","group":"Rice Preparation","title":"Rinse the rice several times","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Rice Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"While the rice is still warm, mix in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Cover and set aside.","group":"Rice Preparation","title":"Mix in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and 1/2 teaspoon of salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Rice Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 30 seconds. Drain and rinse in cold water. Squeeze out excess moisture and season with a pinch of salt and sesame oil.","group":"Filling Preparation","title":"Blanch the spinach","timerMinutes":1,"sourceTitle":"Filling Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"In a pan with a little oil, sauté the julienned carrots with a pinch of salt until softened.","group":"Filling Preparation","title":"In a pan with a little oil, sauté the julienned carrots","timerMinutes":3,"sourceTitle":"Filling Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt. Pour into a flat pan to make a thin omelet. Slice the omelet into long strips.","group":"Filling Preparation","title":"Whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Filling Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Sauté the beef strips with soy sauce and minced garlic until fully cooked.","group":"Filling Preparation","title":"Sauté the beef strips","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Filling Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Place a sheet of seaweed on a bamboo mat. Spread about 3/4 cup of rice evenly over 2/3 of the seaweed.","group":"Assembly","title":"Place a sheet of seaweed","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-8","text":"Layer the carrots, spinach, egg strips, beef, and pickled radish in the center of the rice. Roll tightly using the bamboo mat.","group":"Assembly","title":"Layer the carrots, spinach, egg strips, beef, and pickled radish","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-9","text":"Brush the outside of the rolls with a little sesame oil. Slice into bite-sized rounds and serve.","group":"Assembly","title":"Brush the outside of the rolls","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"}],"notes":"Ensure the rice is not too mushy; it should be slightly firm to hold the roll's shape. You can wipe the knife with a damp cloth between cuts to get clean slices.","cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Korean"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["boil","saute","noCook"],"equipment":["rice cooker","bamboo rolling mat","frying pan","sharp knife"],"diet":["high_protein","dairy_free"],"allergens":["eggs","sesame","soy"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":5,"unit":"rolls","note":"Approximately 40-50 bite-sized pieces"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Prepare fillings in advance and store in separate containers. Assemble rolls just before serving to prevent seaweed from getting soggy."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container. If refrigerated, Gimbap may harden; you can briefly pan-fry the slices or dip them in egg wash and fry to reheat.","reheatingNotes":"Briefly microwave for 20-30 seconds or pan-fry with a little oil."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_e315d401e9%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=0c99af70-5043-455f-b240-888a69f09889","imageAlt":"Gimbap (Korean Seaweed Rice Rolls) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["gimbap","korean rolls","seaweed","picnic food","healthy"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Gimbap (Korean Seaweed Rice Rolls)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T19:04:39.571Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T19:04:39.571Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_5bd7d18ba8","slug":"cantonese-steamed-rice-noodle-rolls-cheung-fun","title":"Cantonese Steamed Rice Noodle Rolls (Cheung Fun)","description":"A silky, smooth, and translucent Cantonese dim sum classic. 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