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Korean Egg Roll Kimbap Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 rolls
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A colorful and comforting Korean kimbap variation featuring soft rolled eggs, seasoned rice, and fresh fillings wrapped in seaweed. This easy-to-make dish combines fluffy egg rolls with crisp vegetables and savory rice, creating a perfect handheld meal or snack.

Ingredients

Rice Mixture

  • 2 cups cooked short-grain rice
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Egg Roll

  • 4 eggs

Vegetables

  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 1 cucumber, julienned

Assembly

  • 4 sheets nori (seaweed)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Rice: Season the warm cooked short-grain rice by mixing in the sesame oil and salt thoroughly. Set this aside to cool slightly for easy handling.
  2. Make the Egg Rolls: Beat the eggs and heat a non-stick pan with vegetable oil over medium heat. Pour a thin layer of the beaten eggs to make a thin omelet. Once cooked, roll the omelet tightly and slice into thin strips.
  3. Sauté the Carrots: In the same pan, lightly sauté the julienned carrots for 2-3 minutes until they soften slightly but remain crisp.
  4. Assemble the Kimbap: Place one sheet of nori on a bamboo rolling mat. Spread a thin, even layer of the seasoned rice across the nori, leaving about an inch at the top edge free of rice.
  5. Add Fillings: Arrange the egg strips, sautéed carrots, and fresh cucumber julienne in a line along the bottom edge of the rice-covered nori.
  6. Roll the Kimbap: Using the bamboo mat, roll the nori tightly over the fillings, applying gentle pressure to form a compact log. Seal the edge with a little water if necessary.
  7. Slice and Serve: Use a sharp knife to cut the roll into bite-sized pieces. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for garnish and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Keep your hands moist when handling the rice to prevent sticking and make spreading easier.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the kimbap rolls cleanly without squashing the ingredients.
  • Feel free to customize fillings with other vegetables or protein as preferred.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Rolling
  • Cuisine: Korean

Find it online: https://sarasplate.com/korean-egg-roll-kimbap-recipe/