Rice Cooker Bibimbap

Steps

1. 1

   Soak the rice in water while you prepare the remaining ingredients.

2. 2

   Combine the thinly sliced beef with Mingle Seasoning Korean BBQ, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl. Toss to coat thoroughly and set aside to marinate.

3. 3

   Drain and rinse the soaked rice until the water runs clear.

4. 4

   Add the rinsed rice to the rice cooker along with 3/4 cup water (or stock) and the stock powder.

5. 5

   Arrange the marinated beef over the rice, then layer on the julienned carrot, julienned zucchini, sliced shiitake mushrooms, spinach leaves, and bean sprouts.

6. 6

   Close the lid and cook using the standard white rice setting (this usually takes around 20 minutes, depending on your rice cooker).

   Start 20-minute timer
7. 7

   While the rice cooks, whisk together the gochujang, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, and honey (if using) in a small bowl. Add a splash of water if needed to thin the sauce to your desired consistency.

8. 8

   Once the cooking cycle is complete, you may add an extra handful of fresh spinach or bean sprouts if desired; the residual heat will gently wilt them.

9. 9

   Gently mix everything together in the rice cooker pot to distribute the beef and vegetables.

10. 10

    Serve the bibimbap topped with a fried egg, a sprinkle of Everything Bagel seasoning, sliced spring onions, and a drizzle of the prepared gochujang sauce.