What is Bibimbap?
Bibimbap is very popular in Korea, but many foreigners are more familiar with Kalbi, another popular Korean dish. Let's learn about bibimbap first before learning about its dietary benefits.
Dolsot Bibimbap. (© abex, Wikimedia Commons)
Bibimbap (pronounced Bee-peem-bahp) describes a type of mixed rice dish topped with Korean style vegetables (called namul), lean meat, and other food items. Bibimbap is cheap and easy to make, only requiring a short preparation time and few ingredients. Most ingredients are available in your kitchen.
There are several types of bibimbap. Regular bibimbap includes sliced vegetables, lean meat, and hot pepper paste spread on a bed of short grain rice, served in a cool, shallow bowl. A egg is placed on top.
sauces, besides hot pepper paste, when prepared. Some people opt to add sesame oil to the bottom of the dish to make it crunchier.
Many Koreans believe bibimbap is based on a similar royal dish from the Middle Ages. It is strikingly similar to royal cuisine prepared in that time, using fresh, elaborate ingredients to make a visually appealing meal. Koreans believe this dish also heals the body, gives off energy, and helps ward off illness during the winter. Recently, science has proven it is a beneficial Korean food--especially if you want to lose weight.
Why Bibimbap Is a Great Diet Food
Why is bibimbap a great diet food? Although it is a high caloric diet food, the portions are enormous, meaning you stay full longer. Bibimbap never uses any artificial ingredients--natural, organic ingredients make the bulk of this diet dish. Green leafy vegetables, lean meat, and shredded seaweed provide numerous health and dietary benefits to people who want to lose weight fast, so make sure to fill up. A healthy diet ensures a slimmer waistline.
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