Easy bibimbap casserole
Ingredients
- 7 ozsticky rice
- 15 ozground pork
- 6eggs
- 2 tbspgochujang
- 3 tbspolive oil
- 2 tbspsoy sauce
- 1 tbspsesame oil
- 1 tbsphoney
- 1 tsprice vinegar
- 8 ozbutton mushrooms
- 1onion
- 4 clovegarlic
- 7 ozspinach
- 2carrots
- 2 sprigscallions
- salt
- pepper
- Sriracha
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 220°C/428°F. Grease casserole dish. Cook sticky rice according to package instructions and set aside. Whisk Gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and rice vinegar in a small bowl. Slice mushrooms, dice onion, finely chop garlic, roughly chop spinach, peel and grate carrots, and slice scallions into thin rings.
- 2
Heat some oil in a frying pan over medium-high. Add ground pork and break it up with a wooden spoon. Fry for approx. 5 min. until thoroughly cooked. Season with salt and pepper. Take fried ground pork out of the pan and set aside.
- 3
Heat the remaining oil in the same pan. Add mushrooms, onion and garlic. Fry for approx. 2 min. until mushrooms are browned. Add spinach and carrots and fry for approx. 2 min. more. Stir in ground pork, and Gochujang mix and combine well. Season with salt and pepper. In the greased casserole dish, first make a layer of sticky rice. Then, transfer the ground meat mixture on top and spread evenly.
- 4
Use the back of a spoon to press down spots for eggs in the mixture. Crack an egg to each spot. Then, place casserole dish in the oven and bake for approx. 20 min. until eggs are set. Once eggs are done to your liking (cooked through or still a bit runny), remove from oven. Garnish with sriracha and scallions, and serve.
Easy bibimbap casserole
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About this Recipe
Easy Bibimbap Casserole: Your New Weeknight Favorite
Craving the vibrant, savory flavors of Korean bibimbap but need a simpler, weeknight-friendly option? Look no further than this Easy Bibimbap Casserole! We've taken all the best elements of the classic Korean dish – the rich ground pork, an array of colorful vegetables, a spicy gochujang sauce, and sticky rice – and transformed them into a comforting, oven-baked casserole. This hearty fusion dish is perfect for a satisfying family dinner, especially on those busy evenings when you need a delicious meal with minimal fuss.
This recipe truly shines as a comfort food powerhouse, bringing warmth and incredible flavor to your table. Imagine tender ground pork infused with soy and sesame, perfectly cooked sticky rice, earthy mushrooms, fresh spinach, and sweet carrots, all baked together with a hint of spicy gochujang. Topped with sunny-side-up eggs, it's a complete meal that feels both special and incredibly achievable. It's a fantastic main course for any season, particularly comforting during autumn and winter months.
Make it Your Own: Tips and Variations
One of the best things about this Korean-inspired casserole is its versatility. Don't be afraid to customize it to your taste!
- Protein Power: While ground pork is fantastic, you can easily swap it for ground beef, ground chicken, or even firm tofu for a different twist.
- Veggie Boost: Enhance your casserole with other vegetables like zucchini, bean sprouts, bell peppers, or kimchi. Just sauté them alongside the mushrooms and onions.
- Spice Level: Adjust the gochujang to your preference. For extra heat, add a dash of Sriracha when serving.
- Perfect Finish: Don't forget the fried egg on top! The runny yolk adds an incredible richness that truly ties the bibimbap experience together. A sprinkle of sesame seeds and a drizzle of extra sesame oil also make wonderful finishing touches.
This easy bibimbap casserole recipe makes for a delicious and complete meal on its own, but you could also serve it with a simple side of pickled daikon or kimchi for an authentic touch. Enjoy the convenience of a baked bibimbap that delivers on all the flavors you love!