High Protein Gimbap

Elevate your meal prep game with this delicious and nutritious High Protein Gimbap, a protein-packed twist on the beloved Korean dish! This recipe features a perfect balance of flavors and textures, including savory marinated tofu, tender spinach, fluffy egg strips, crunchy carrots, and sweet-sour pickled radish—all wrapped in seasoned rice and nori. A drizzle of sesame oil and a sprinkle of sesame seeds add the perfect finishing touch. Perfect for meal prepping, lunches, or a post-workout snack, each bite offers a satisfying blend of wholesome, high-protein ingredients. With minimal prep time and simple rolling techniques, this versatile recipe is ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a healthy, flavorful dish at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 5

Ingredients

• 2 cups short grain rice
• 2.5 cups water
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 8 ounces firm tofu
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups spinach leaves
• 3 large eggs
• 1 medium carrot, julienned
• 6 pieces imitation crab sticks
• 1 cup yellow pickled radish, sliced
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 5 pieces nori seaweed sheets
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice in a fine mesh sieve under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and 2.5 cups of water in a rice cooker and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Step 2

While the rice cooks, prepare the tofu: slice the tofu into 0.5-inch thick strips. Marinate in soy sauce and minced garlic for about 10 minutes.

Step 3

In a non-stick pan over medium heat, cook the marinated tofu strips until golden brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pan, lightly sauté the spinach until just wilted. Remove and set aside.

Step 5

Beat the eggs together and pour into the pan. Cook into a thin omelette, then remove and slice into thin strips.

Step 6

Quickly sauté the julienned carrot in the pan to tenderize slightly, if desired.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Once the rice is cooked, gently fold in the vinegar mixture and let the rice cool slightly.

Step 8

To assemble the gimbap, lay a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down. Spread a thin layer of rice over the nori, leaving the top inch uncovered to seal the roll.

Step 9

Layer tofu, spinach, egg strips, carrot, imitation crab sticks, and pickled radish horizontally across the rice.

Step 10

Gently roll the bamboo mat away from you, compressing the ingredients into a tight log. Use a touch of water on the uncovered nori edge to seal the roll.

Step 11

Brush the roll lightly with sesame oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Step 12

Repeat the process with remaining ingredients.

Step 13

Cut each roll into bite-sized pieces using a sharp knife, wiping with a damp cloth between cuts to keep slices clean.

Step 14

Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2071.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2441.1

Total Fat 63.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.8g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 6405.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 384.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.5g	0%
Total Sugars 33.1g
Protein 92.8g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 762.4mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 2527.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.9%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 62.1%