Bibimbap
Peer reviewed by UK recipe editorsAuthored by UK recipe editorsOriginally published 16 Jan 2026
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This vibrant Korean-style Bibimbap is a fantastic way to enjoy a balanced, high-protein meal at home. Meaning 'mixed rice', this dish combines savoury seasoned meat with a variety of fresh textures and flavours. It is incredibly versatile, allowing you to use whichever vegetables you have to hand, from crunchy shredded carrots and baby corn to tender wilted spinach and bean sprouts. The sweet and salty soy dressing ties every component together for a deeply satisfying bowl.
Perfect for a nutritious midweek dinner, this homemade version uses minced meat for speed and simplicity. Whether you choose beef, pork or turkey mince, the protein remains the star of the show alongside the signature fried egg. Serve these colourful bowls immediately, ensuring each person can mix the runny yolk into the rice and sauce for that authentic, creamy finish.
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Ingredients for Bibimbap
180ml soy sauce
90ml toasted sesame oil
4 tablespoons light brown sugar
450g turkey mince, beef, or pork
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 large eggs
475ml cooked rice (Chinese takeout works well)
Assorted vegetables (shredded carrot, canned baby corn, spinach, bean sprouts, red onion ), steamed or raw
Toasted sesame seeds
How to make Bibimbap
1 Mix together the first three ingredients; set aside.
2 In a pan, brown the meat in half the vegetable oil, about 5 minutes. Add half the soy-sauce mixture and continue cooking until the liquid is absorbed, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and cover.
3 In another pan, fry the eggs in the remaining vegetable oil, 4 to 5 minutes.
4 Divide the rice among 4 bowls. Arrange some vegetables and meat and an egg in each. Sprinkle with the sesame seeds, then drizzle the remaining soy-sauce mixture over the top.
Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.
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16 Jan 2026 | Originally published
Authored by:
UK recipe editors
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UK recipe editors

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