Super Simple Weekend Delight! Bibim-mandu Recipe with Crisp Vegetables and Golden Fried Dumplings
Quick & Delicious Weekend Treat: Bibim-mandu
A delightful and easy-to-make dish perfect for a casual weekend meal! This recipe combines the satisfying crunch of pan-fried dumplings with a vibrant, tangy, and spicy mixed vegetable salad, offering a burst of flavors and textures that will impress even novice cooks. It’s a fantastic way to elevate your weekend dining experience with minimal effort.
Key Ingredients
- 4-6 dumplings (choose your favorite kind)
- 6 large leaves of fresh cabbage or crisp lettuce
- 1/4 medium onion
Spicy & Tangy Dressing
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 2 Tbsp vinegar
- 0.5 Tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 2 Tbsp vinegar
- 0.5 Tbsp sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing your vegetables. Wash the lettuce or cabbage leaves thoroughly and pat them dry. Slice them thinly into shreds. Thinly slice the onion as well. Prepping the vegetables this way ensures the dressing coats everything evenly and beautifully.
Step 2
Now, let’s create the delightful dressing. In a small bowl, combine 1 Tbsp of gochujang, 1 Tbsp of soy sauce, 0.5 Tbsp of minced garlic, 1 Tbsp of gochugaru, 2 Tbsp of vinegar, and 0.5 Tbsp of sesame seeds. Whisk all the ingredients together until well combined and the sauce is smooth. Proper mixing is key to achieving a harmonious flavor profile.
Step 3
Gently squeeze out any excess moisture from the prepared vegetables. Add the dressed vegetables to the mixing bowl with the dressing. Toss them gently to coat all the vegetable strands evenly. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the vegetables mushy. The vegetables will start to release their natural sweetness and absorb the spicy, tangy flavors from the dressing.
Step 4
Finally, it’s time to pan-fry the dumplings to a perfect crisp. Lightly grease a frying pan with a little oil and heat it over medium heat. Place the dumplings in the pan and cook, flipping them occasionally, until they are golden brown and wonderfully crispy on all sides. A nice crispy exterior adds a delightful contrast to the soft filling.
Step 5
To serve, arrange the dressed vegetables attractively on a plate. Top with the golden, crispy pan-fried dumplings. Your delicious Bibim-mandu is ready to be enjoyed! For an extra touch, you can add a fried egg or some crumbled seaweed. Enjoy this fantastic weekend treat!
