Spicy Fish Cake Kimbap
Spicy Fish Cake Kimbap: A Rice Stealer! Rolled with Deliciously Stir-fried Spicy Fish Cakes! The Easiest Kimbap Ever!
Making traditional kimbap can be quite involved, requiring a variety of ingredients and careful preparation. However, I believe kimbap can also be incredibly simple and convenient! Today, I’ve created a super easy kimbap featuring plenty of spicy stir-fried fish cakes. I’ve also added perilla leaves to enhance the aroma and flavor, making it both simple and delicious. The perilla leaves not only add a wonderful fragrance and texture but also help keep the kimbap looking neat by preventing the spicy fish cake filling from directly touching the rice. If you’re looking for a flavorful kimbap that’s easy to make, this recipe is for you!
Basic Ingredients- 2 sheets of square fish cakes
- 15 perilla leaves (for 3 kimbap rolls)
- 2 bowls of cooked rice
Fish Cake Stir-fry Seasoning- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
Rice Seasoning- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 Tbsp sesame oil
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
Rice Seasoning- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 Tbsp sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the 2 sheets of square fish cakes. Slice them thinly lengthwise into strips that are easy to place inside the kimbap. Try not to slice them too thinly to maintain a pleasant texture.
Step 2
Prepare 15 perilla leaves. This recipe yields about 3 kimbap rolls, using approximately 5 leaves per roll. Perilla leaves act as a barrier, preventing the spicy fish cake filling from directly contacting the rice, which keeps the kimbap looking clean. They also add a wonderful fragrance and enhance the overall flavor. If you enjoy the aroma and texture of perilla leaves, definitely include them! If you’re not a fan of the strong perilla scent or don’t have them on hand, you can omit them, and the kimbap will still be delicious.
Step 3
Let’s make the seasoning for the stir-fried fish cakes. In a bowl, combine 2 Tbsp gochugaru, 3 Tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 Tbsp sugar, and 1 Tbsp sesame oil. Mix well until the seasoning is evenly incorporated.
Step 4
Lightly grease a heated pan with a little oil. Add the sliced fish cakes and stir-fry them briefly over low heat. Then, add 5 Tbsp of water. Continue to cook until the fish cakes absorb the water and become moist and tender. Be careful not to burn them by adjusting the heat as needed.
Step 5
Once the fish cakes are tender and most of the water has evaporated, add the prepared seasoning. Stir and cook over medium-low heat until the seasoning is evenly coated and has penetrated the fish cakes. You’ll achieve a glossy and flavorful spicy fish cake stir-fry.
Step 6
Now, let’s season the rice for the kimbap. In a bowl of warm cooked rice (about 2 bowls), add 1/2 tsp salt and 3 Tbsp sesame oil. Gently mix with a spatula, ensuring the seasoning is evenly distributed without mashing the rice grains.
Step 7
Spread the seasoned rice thinly over a sheet of kimbap seaweed. Layer 5 perilla leaves on top of the rice, followed by a generous portion of the spicy stir-fried fish cakes. Gently fold the perilla leaves over the fish cakes. When you roll the kimbap, this layer will prevent the fish cake seasoning from staining the rice, resulting in a cleaner-looking roll. The added fragrance from the perilla leaves will also make it taste even better.
Step 8
Roll the kimbap tightly. To ensure the seam stays sealed, lightly moisten the edge of the seaweed with a little rice or water before finishing the roll. This will help the kimbap hold its shape.
Step 9
Slice the rolled kimbap into bite-sized pieces, about 1.5 to 2 cm thick. To get clean cuts and prevent the kimbap from squashing, you can lightly dampen your knife with water between slices.
Step 10
Your Spicy Fish Cake Kimbap, featuring the delicious combination of spicy stir-fried fish cakes and fragrant perilla leaves, is now complete! It’s amazing how a kimbap can be this flavorful with just a few simple ingredients. If you’ve found traditional kimbap too much work to make often, try this easy and delicious recipe for a quick and satisfying treat. The addition of perilla leaves adds both aroma and a delightful texture. I highly recommend you give this flavorful Spicy Fish Cake Kimbap a try!
