GIMBAP or KIMBAP
I got to make my very own Kimbap with DJ's mom in Korea! At first glance kimbap does resemble the Japanese rolls that us "westerners" associate with sushi.
Kimorgimtranslates todried seaweed in Korean, andbaporbopisrice.
First off, therice is lightly seasoned with sesame oil and salt.Forsushi- the rice is seasoned with vinegar, whilekimbapis instead cut with sesame oilmaking it sweeter.
The fillings of kimbap are individually seasoned and cooked,making for a very interesting combination of textures and flavors. Everything is well seasoned, sokimbap is not served with any type of dipping sauce. This is what makes it so great for picnics, snacks and road trip food!
The basic ingredients are carrots, eggs, danmuji (pickled radish), burdock root (우엉), spinach, cucumber, kimchi and sesame seeds. Many recipes call for sausage, beef or other meat- but we did just veggies and egg. Once you have all the ingredients you have to lay them on top of the seaweed and then roll them all together. That is the hardest part for most people, but eventually you get the hang of it. I got yelled at a few times, because my rolls were not tight enough. But nothing like some Korean tough love to make you get better faster ♡
Here is a recipe byMaangchi to guide you:www.maangchi.com/recipe/kimbap
Andsome images from my kimbap making experience.
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