Bibimbap

Bibimbap [pibimp͈ap̚] is a popular Korean dish made with rice and various vegetables, some beef or tofu, a raw or fried egg, and gochujang (a chili paste). As a classic leftover meal, there are few restrictions on the choice of ingredients and countless variations. Common vegetables in Korea include spinach, bean sprouts, cucumber, king fern, radish and shiitake mushrooms.

The name bibimbap comes from bapeul bibida (Korean 밥을 비비다), which means "to stir rice" or "to mix rice". It is served still unmixed and stirred with the chopsticks before eating, as the spoon will break the rice. It is eaten with the spoon. A light soup and often other side dishes are served with it, which are eaten with chopsticks.

Depending on the region, there are different recipes and ingredients. Bibimbap from Jeonju is considered a specialty, but it is eaten all over the Korean peninsula.

·         Various Bibimbap dishes

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Jeonju-Bibimpab, South Korea 2013

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Menu with soup, Ansan 2013

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Seafood Bibimbap­, Vancouver 2011

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North Korean Bibimbap, Pyongyang 2014

One variation is the so-called dolsot bibimbap (돌솥 비빔밥 'stone pot bibimbap'). Its preparation is not much different from regular bibimbap, but it is served in a hot stone pot. As a result, the dish continues to heat and fry even as it is being eaten. Since the dolsot is still very hot for minutes, the rice on top also forms a crispy layer and the egg, which is beaten raw over the bibimbap, festers at the table while it is still being stirred.

Questions and Answers

Q: What is bibimbap?


A: Bibimbap is a traditional Korean dish that consists of a bowl of rice mixed with various ingredients.

Q: What does the word bibimbap mean?


A: The word bibimbap means stirred or mixed rice in Korean.

Q: What are some common ingredients in bibimbap?


A: Some common ingredients in bibimbap include vegetables such as spinach, herbs, potherb, and gosari. Beef or seafood can also be added.

Q: Is bibimbap a popular dish in Korea?


A: Yes, bibimbap is one of the most famous traditional Korean dishes.

Q: How is bibimbap served?


A: Bibimbap is served in a bowl with the rice and ingredients mixed together.

Q: Can bibimbap be customized to individual tastes?


A: Yes, bibimbap can be customized with different types of vegetables and meats to suit individual preferences.

Q: Is bibimbap a healthy dish?


A: Bibimbap can be a healthy dish, especially if it is made with a variety of vegetables and lean protein sources like seafood.

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