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20-Min Veggie Kimbap

Rolled sushi-style rice with pickled radish, egg, cucumber, and spinach—crispy on the outside, bright and garlicky inside. A Korean lunchbox classic that's way easier than it looks.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
385
Protein
10g
20-Min Veggie Kimbap
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix cooled rice with 1 tbsp sesame oil, minced garlic, and 0.5 tsp salt until evenly coated.

  2. Step 2

    Fry the eggs in a skillet over medium heat until whites set but yolks still jiggle, ~3 min total.

  3. Step 3

    Slice cucumber lengthwise into thin strips; wilt spinach in the same skillet for 30 seconds, then transfer to a plate.

  4. Step 4

    Place nori shiny-side down on a bamboo mat. Spread a thin layer of rice on the nori, leaving 0.5 inch bare at the far edge.

  5. Step 5

    Arrange cucumber, egg strips, pickled radish, and spinach in a horizontal line across the center of the rice.

  6. Step 6

    Roll tightly using the mat, sealing the seam with a few grains of rice. Slice in half crosswise with a wet, sharp knife.

  7. Step 7

    Brush cut rolls with sesame oil, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and serve with soy sauce for dipping.

Tools you’ll need

  • bamboo sushi mat
  • 12-inch nonstick skillet
  • sharp knife
  • small bowl

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