Kimchi Rice Bowl in a Hot Stone Pot
Create a Delicious Kimchi Rice Bowl in a Stone Pot with a Satisfying Pop!
This recipe makes a Kimchi Al-Bap (Kimchi and Rice Roe Bibimbap) in a Ttukbaegi (Korean earthenware pot) for an even more delightful taste. The slight crispiness at the bottom adds to the overall enjoyment!
Main Ingredients
- About 2 sheets of well-fermented Napa Cabbage Kimchi
- 1 serving of cooked rice
- 1 Egg
- 2 Tbsp Flying Fish Roe (Tobiko)
- 1 imitation crab stick or 2-3 pieces of crab meat
- A little bit of pickled radish or corn kernels
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, lightly shake off excess seasoning from the kimchi and finely chop it. Heat a little cooking oil in a pan and stir-fry the chopped kimchi. If your kimchi is too sour, adding about 1/2 teaspoon of sugar while stir-frying will help balance the sweet and sour flavors. Continue to stir-fry until the kimchi becomes slightly translucent and tender.
Step 2
Generously coat the inside of your Ttukbaegi (earthenware pot) with 2 tablespoons of sesame oil. You’ll be heating the pot directly on the stove to create a delicious crispy rice crust (nurungji).
Step 3
Place one serving of cooked rice into the Ttukbaegi, spreading it evenly. Press down gently on the rice to help it adhere to the bottom.
Step 4
Arrange the stir-fried kimchi over the rice. Add your prepared optional chopped vegetables, imitation crab meat (shredded or chopped), pickled radish, or corn kernels attractively on top.
Step 5
Now, place a fried egg on top of the rice, followed by a generous amount of flying fish roe. Place the Ttukbaegi on medium heat on the stovetop. After about 2-3 minutes, you should hear a ‘crackling’ sound from the bottom of the pot, indicating that a delicious crispy rice crust (nurungji) is forming. When this sound subsides, it’s almost ready, so turn off the heat. (Be careful not to overcook, as it can burn!)
Step 6
Once the heat is off, generously sprinkle with seaweed flakes and a pinch of sesame seeds to finish. You can add a little salt if desired.
Step 7
Serve the Ttukbaegi immediately to the table and mix everything together to enjoy! Use chopsticks or a spoon to thoroughly combine the rice and toppings for a warm and flavorful Kimchi Al-Bap experience.
