Al Bap

Ingredients

• Sesame oil (2 tablespoons)
• Carrots (1 cup, julienned)
• Zucchini (1 cup, julienned)
• Bell pepper (1 cup, julienned (any color))
• Fresh spinach (2 cups, chopped)
• Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
• Cooked rice (2 cups (preferably short-grain))
• Soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
• Salt (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)
• Eggs (4, fried)
• Green onions (2, chopped)
• Sesame seeds (1 tablespoon, toasted)

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium heat until shimmering.
2. Add the julienned carrots, zucchini, and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly softened.
3. Stir in the chopped fresh spinach and minced garlic, cooking for another 2 minutes until the spinach is wilted and fragrant.
4. Add the cooked rice to the skillet. Use a spatula to break up any clumps and stir to combine the rice with the vegetables evenly.
5. Pour in the soy sauce, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir well to ensure that the rice and vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce.
6. In a separate non-stick skillet, heat a little oil over medium heat. Crack the eggs into the skillet and fry them to your desired doneness (sunny side up or over easy work well).
7. Divide the vegetable and rice mixture into individual bowls. Top each bowl with a fried egg.
8. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions for an added crunch and flavor.
9. Serve hot and enjoy this nourishing dish that brings a taste of Korea to your table!