Kimbab

Discover the vibrant flavors and artful craftsmanship of Kimbab, Korea’s beloved seaweed rice rolls! Perfectly seasoned rice is rolled with a colorful medley of fresh and savory fillings, including julienned carrots, crisp cucumber, blanched spinach, sweet pickled radish (danmuji), tender omelet strips, and imitation crab, all wrapped in roasted seaweed sheets. The dish combines sesame oil’s nutty aroma with the satisfying crunch of vegetables and the umami-rich punch of the fillings. Ideal as a light meal, on-the-go snack, or picnic favorite, Kimbab is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Master the art of rolling and elevate your culinary repertoire with this Korean classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 5

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rice
• 2.5 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 100 grams Spinach
• 100 grams Imitation crab sticks
• 100 grams Pickled radish (danmuji)
• 5 sheets Roasted seaweed sheets
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice with 2.5 cups of water in a rice cooker or pot. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and let cool slightly.

Step 2

Add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of sugar to the warm rice. Mix well and set aside.

Step 3

Beat the eggs with a pinch of salt and cook them in a lightly oiled non-stick pan to make a thin omelet. Allow to cool, then slice into thin strips.

Step 4

Peel the carrot and julienne it into thin strips. Stir-fry in 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes until tender. Set aside to cool.

Step 5

Julienne the cucumber into similar sized strips, discarding the seeds.

Step 6

Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 1 minute, drain, and rinse with cold water. Squeeze out excess water and season with 1 teaspoon of sesame oil and a pinch of salt.

Step 7

Slice the imitation crab sticks and pickled radish lengthwise into thin strips.

Step 8

Place a bamboo rolling mat on a flat surface and lay a sheet of seaweed on top, shiny side down.

Step 9

Spread a thin layer of seasoned rice evenly over two-thirds of the seaweed.

Step 10

Arrange a strip of each filling (egg, carrot, cucumber, spinach, imitation crab, and pickled radish) neatly in the center of the rice.

Step 11

Lift the mat and use your fingers to keep the fillings in place while rolling the seaweed over the fillings. Press firmly as you roll to create a tight cylinder.

Step 12

Continue rolling until you reach the end of the seaweed sheet. Gently press along the roll to secure it.

Step 13

Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make additional rolls.

Step 14

To serve, brush the outside of each roll lightly with a bit of sesame oil. Slice the rolls crosswise into bite-sized pieces using a sharp knife.

Step 15

Arrange on a platter and enjoy as a snack or light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1684.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1363.5

Total Fat 76.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 29.0g
Cholesterol 392mg	0%
Sodium 5849.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 132.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 18.9g
Protein 39.7g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 343.7mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 1917.4mg	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: 50.0%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 38.4%