Super Simple Savory Gimbap
Fun Snack Gimbap to Make with Kids
This is a super simple gimbap recipe you can whip up in just 5 minutes, perfect for busy mornings when you have no appetite and no time. It’s also a fun activity to do with kids, turning snack time into playtime! The savory flavor is so addictive, making it a satisfying meal or a delightful snack. In a world where Westernized diets often lean towards pizzas, burgers, frozen foods, and refined carbs that can stimulate our stomachs and lead to issues like visceral fat and obesity, I wanted to introduce a simple, homemade snack that even children can help make and enjoy. The irresistible savory taste of seasoned seaweed will have you reaching for more!
Main Ingredients- About 2 scoops warm rice (approx. 1 bowl)
- 2 sheets large seasoned seaweed (gim)
- 2 pickled radish sticks (danmuji)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare your ingredients for making gimbap. You’ll need about 1 bowl of warm rice, 2 sheets of seasoned seaweed (gim) specifically for gimbap, and 2 pickled radish sticks (danmuji). Trim the danmuji to fit the length of your seaweed sheets if needed.
Step 2
Lay a sheet of seasoned seaweed on a bamboo rolling mat or a clean work surface. Spread the warm rice evenly and thinly over the seaweed, leaving about a 1 cm border at the top. Don’t overfill with rice, or the roll might break. Place the pickled radish sticks horizontally on top of the rice. Carefully and tightly roll the seaweed from the bottom up, pressing gently to ensure a compact roll. A firm roll prevents the fillings from spilling out.
Step 3
Once rolled, use a sharp knife to cut the gimbap into bite-sized pieces, about 2-3 cm thick. To make cutting easier and prevent sticking, you can lightly dampen the knife with water between cuts. Arrange the cut gimbap pieces beautifully on a serving plate and sprinkle with sesame seeds for an extra nutty flavor and visual appeal. Enjoy your homemade gimbap!
