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Kimbap

A classic Korean rice roll with seasoned vegetables, ham, and egg, wrapped in nori and sliced into bite-sized pieces. Perfect for a quick lunch or snack.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
350
Protein
12g
Kimbap
comfortingquickkoreanegghamchewycrunchyweekday dinner

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cook 2 cups sushi rice according to package; season with a pinch of salt and 1 tsp sesame oil if you have it. Let cool slightly.

  2. Step 2

    Julienne 1 carrot and sauté in 1 tsp oil over medium-high until tender, about 3 minutes. Wilt 2 cups spinach in the same pan, about 1 minute; squeeze out excess water.

  3. Step 3

    Beat 3 eggs with a pinch of salt; cook in a lightly oiled pan over medium-low into a thin omelet, about 2 minutes per side. Slice into strips.

  4. Step 4

    Lay 1 nori sheet on a bamboo mat. Spread 1/2 cup rice evenly, leaving a 1-inch border. Layer carrot, spinach, 1 slice ham, and egg strips in a line.

  5. Step 5

    Roll tightly using the mat, then slice into 1-inch rounds with a sharp knife. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • bamboo mat
  • sharp knife
  • non-stick skillet
  • pot with lid

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