Savory Korean Dolsot Bibimbap

Dolsot bibimbap is a classic Korean dish that is made with rice, vegetables, meat, and a spicy sauce. It is typically served in a hot stone bowl, which keeps the food hot and crispy. This recipe for dolsot bibimbap is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. You can use any type of vegetables or meat that you like, and you can adjust the amount of spice to your taste.

Dolsot bibimbap is a dish that has been enjoyed in Korea for centuries. The first dolsot bibimbap is said to have been made by a farmer who was working in the fields. He was hungry and tired, so he decided to make a meal with whatever ingredients he had on hand. He used rice, vegetables, and meat, and he cooked it all in a hot stone bowl. The farmer was so pleased with his meal that he shared it with his friends and neighbors. Soon, dolsot bibimbap became a popular dish throughout Korea.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 1

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked brown rice
• 1/2 cup sautéed vegetables (such as carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers)
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced grilled chicken or tofu
• 1 tablespoon kimchi
• 1 tablespoon bean sprouts
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon gochujang paste
• 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce

Instructions

1. Heat a dolsot (hot stone bowl) or a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the rice and spread it evenly over the bottom of the bowl.
3. Top with the sautéed vegetables, grilled chicken or tofu, kimchi, bean sprouts, sesame seeds, gochujang paste, and soy sauce.
4. Stir everything together and cook until the vegetables are heated through and the gochujang paste is evenly distributed.
5. Serve immediately.
6. Optional: Top with a fried or poached egg for extra protein.

Why It Works

• The hot stone bowl keeps the food hot and crispy.
• The rice is cooked to perfection in the hot stone bowl.
• The vegetables are tender and flavorful.
• The meat is cooked to your liking.
• The spicy sauce adds a delicious kick.