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20-Min Bibimbap Bowl with Crispy Tofu & Egg

A Korean rice bowl layered with seasoned vegetables, crispy pan-fried tofu, a runny fried egg, and gochujang-sesame sauce. Stir it all together and eat—it's the ultimate weeknight comfort meal.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
18g
20-Min Bibimbap Bowl with Crispy Tofu & Egg
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups steamed white rice
  • 8 oz firm tofu, pressed and cubed
  • 3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 whole eggs
  • 1 whole cucumber, sliced thin

Instructions

  1. 1

    Whisk gochujang, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and soy sauce in a small bowl until smooth.

  2. 2

    Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering.

  3. 3

    Add tofu cubes and pan-fry 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and crispy on edges.

  4. 4

    Push tofu to the side, crack eggs into the skillet, and cook until whites are set but yolks still jiggle.

  5. 5

    Divide rice between two bowls, arrange cucumber slices on top, then add tofu and a fried egg to each.

  6. 6

    Drizzle gochujang sauce over everything and stir before eating.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet (10–12 inch)
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • two serving bowls
  • spatula or wooden spoon

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