Hearty Family-Style “Yangpun” Bibimbap
A Large-Batch Yangpun Bibimbap Recipe Perfect for When You’re Low on Side Dishes
This recipe is for a generous, family-sized Yangpun Bibimbap, ideal for those times when your family gathers and you find yourself lacking side dishes. It’s a great way to use up leftover vegetables and kimchi for a satisfying and delicious meal.
Main Ingredients
- 15 lettuce leaves
- 1 cucumber
- 5-6 large spoonfuls of Yeolmu kimchi (young radish kimchi)
- 5-6 large spoonfuls of Mu saengchae kimchi (radish salad kimchi)
- 2-3 spoonfuls of seasoned soybean sprouts
- 2-3 spoonfuls of stir-fried zucchini
- 8 eggs
- 6 bowls of cooked rice
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Wash the lettuce leaves thoroughly under running water. Afterwards, place them in a colander and let them drain completely. Excess water can make the bibimbap taste diluted.
Step 2
Once the lettuce is drained, place it into a large wide bowl (yangpun). Tear the lettuce leaves into bite-sized pieces, about 2-3 cm in size, with your hands. Tearing them instead of chopping preserves a better texture.
Step 3
Wash the cucumber and trim off the ends. Slice it thinly into matchsticks. If you’re not confident with your knife skills, a mandoline slicer works wonderfully for quick and uniform cuts. Add the sliced cucumber to the bowl with the lettuce.
Step 4
Add a generous amount (about 5-6 spoonfuls each) of Yeolmu kimchi and Mu saengchae kimchi to the bowl. If you have seasoned soybean sprouts or stir-fried zucchini in your refrigerator, adding 2-3 spoonfuls of each will make the bibimbap even richer and more flavorful.
Step 5
Heat some oil in a frying pan. Fry all 8 eggs according to your preference – sunny-side up (runny yolk) or over-easy. A slightly runny yolk adds a wonderfully creamy richness when mixed in.
Step 6
Now, add 1-2 large spoonfuls of Gochujang to the bowl to give your bibimbap its characteristic spicy kick. Feel free to add more Gochujang if you prefer it spicier.
Step 7
Pile the 6 bowls of warm cooked rice into the center of the yangpun. Arrange the freshly fried eggs on top. Finally, drizzle generously with 3-4 tablespoons of sesame oil. Mix everything together thoroughly with chopsticks or a spoon until well combined. Your hearty, family-sized Yangpun Bibimbap is now ready to be enjoyed! For an extra touch, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
