Have you tried making vegetarian kimbap? Today, TasteVN will share with you 3 simple, delicious ways to make light vegetarian kimbap at home. Let’s get cooking to immediately implement this vegetarian dish to enrich your home dining menu!
1. Vegetarian Kimbap with Vegetables
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Preparation
10 minutes
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Cooking
10 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Vegetarian Kimbap with Vegetables Serves 4
White rice 1 cup (rice bowl) Asparagus 8 stalks Carrot 1 piece Cucumber 1 piece Baby corn 100 gr (young corn) Roasted sesame seeds 2 tablespoons Seaweed sheets 8 pieces Seasoning powder 1/2 tablespoon
How to Choose Fresh Ingredients
How to choose fresh asparagus
- You should choose fresh asparagus with firm, plump, straight stems, that are not broken or wilted.
- Choose asparagus stalks that are vibrant in color, darker towards the tips, and not yellowing, with dry ends that are not waterlogged.
- It is best to buy asparagus at reputable places like supermarkets, grocery stores, or agricultural shops to ensure quality and origin.
- Avoid buying asparagus with black spots on the stems and signs of mold or sliminess.
See details: How to choose fresh, quality asparagus
How to choose good baby corn
- You should choose those with even kernels, of moderate size about the size of one finger; these will taste sweeter than those that are too large.
- The corn should be bright yellow or white, not too dark, and the stalk should be straight without bending. When holding the corn, it should feel firm, not soft, and make a “snap” sound when broken.
- Avoid choosing corn that is bruised, has unusual white spots on the stalk, or signs of insect damage. Do not buy corn that is dried out or rotten.
How to make vegetarian vegetable kimbap
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Mix the rice
Put the rice into a bowl, add 2 tablespoons of roasted white sesame seeds, and 1/2 tablespoon of seasoning powder.
Then, mix the rice mixture well.
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Prepare and blanch the vegetables
Cut off the tough ends of the asparagus, peel and cut the carrot into long strips about 1/3 the thickness of a finger, and cut the baby corn lengthwise into 4 pieces; wash them all thoroughly.
Wash the cucumber, cut it lengthwise to the same thickness as the carrot!
Bring 1 pot of water to a boil on the stove, and gradually put the asparagus and baby corn to cook until done, then briefly blanch the carrot in high heat and remove it.
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Rolling the rice
Spread the seaweed on the table or cutting board, then evenly spread a layer of rice covering about 3/4 of the surface of the seaweed, then sequentially add asparagus, cucumber, baby corn, and carrot on top.
Use your hands to roll it tightly but not too loose, as the filling will fall out when cutting. After rolling, roll it a few more times to ensure the rice is firm and sticky.
Finally, use a very sharp knife to cut the kimbap into small bite-sized pieces to complete!
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Final Product
Vegetarian kimbap with vegetables is both delicious and visually appealing. Light and easy-to-eat kimbap can be served with mayonnaise sauce to enhance the dish’s flavor.
2. Vegetarian Kimbap with Brown Rice and Beef
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Preparation
10 minutes
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Cooking
15 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Vegetarian Kimbap with Brown Rice and Beef Serves 3 people
Brown rice 3 cups Carrots 2 pieces (small) Cucumber 1 piece Spinach 100 gr Seaweed sheets 3 pieces Lettuce a little Minced garlic 2 cloves Vegetarian beef slices 100 gr Fried tofu skin 100 gr Toasted white sesame 3 tablespoons Mushroom soy sauce 2 tablespoons Soy sauce 1 tablespoon Sesame oil 3 teaspoons Cooking oil 10 tablespoons Salt a little
How to choose fresh and delicious ingredients
How to choose good brown rice for cooking
- You should choose brown rice that is dark red or black instead of yellowish-brown, as the dark red or black brown rice contains more nutrients.
- Choose long, slender grains that are not broken and not infested with pests.
- In particular, when touching the brown rice, you will feel the smoothness and the shiny outer shell due to the oil coating, you should choose it because the rice is still fresh and retains many nutrients.
- Avoid selecting grains that appear dull and cloudy, as these have been stored for a long time and have lost quite a bit of nutrients.
See more: Benefits of brown rice
Where to buy vegetarian sliced beef
- You can easily buy vegetarian sliced beef at markets, supermarkets, grocery stores, or order it online from e-commerce websites.
- You can also find vegetarian sliced beef at TasteVN stores nationwide or buy online at bachhoaxanh.com.
How to make Vegetarian Kimbap with Brown Rice and Beef
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Prepare and Marinate Beef Slices
Soak the beef slices in hot water for about 30 minutes to soften, then rinse and drain well.
Place the beef slices in a bowl and marinate with 1 spoon of sugar, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of mushroom soy sauce, and 2 minced garlic cloves, mix well and let it marinate for about 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
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Prepare the Vegetables
Peel and wash the carrots, then cut them in half and julienne. Wash the cucumber, cut into pieces about 3 finger lengths, split in half, and slice along the length of the cucumber.
Pick and wash the spinach leaves. Wash the lettuce thoroughly.
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Stir-frying vegetables
Place a pan on the stove, add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil, when the oil is hot, add shredded carrots and stir-fry on high heat for about 1-2 minutes, add a little salt, and stir-fry until the carrots are just tender, then transfer the carrots to a plate.
Continue using the same pan used for the carrots, add spinach and stir-fry on high heat for about 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are just tender, then transfer to a plate.
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Frying beef slices and tofu skin
Heat a pan on the stove, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil, when the oil is hot, add the marinated beef slices and fry on medium heat until browned, fry for about 2-3 minutes, then flip to the other side and fry for an additional minute before turning off the heat.
Next, in another pan, add about 5 tablespoons of cooking oil, when the oil is hot, add tofu skin and fry on medium heat for about 2-3 minutes until golden, then flip to the other side and continue frying until golden, then transfer the tofu skin to a plate, wait for it to cool, then cut into small bite-sized pieces.
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Mixing rice
Place brown rice in a bowl, add 3 tablespoons of roasted white sesame seeds, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 3 teaspoons of sesame oil, and mix the ingredients well.
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Rolling kimbap
Spread seaweed on the table or cutting board, then evenly spread the amount of brown rice covering about 3/4 of the seaweed surface, then layer with purple lettuce, spinach, sliced beef, fried tofu skin, cucumber, and carrot on top.
Use your hands to roll it tightly, not too loose, as the filling will fall out when cut. After rolling, roll it a few more times to ensure the rice is compact and sticky.
Then, use a knife to cut the kimbap into small bite-sized pieces.
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Final Product
Vegetarian kimbap with beef and colorful brown rice is incredibly eye-catching, a kimbap roll full of colors. The delicious kimbap pieces have evenly absorbed the spices inside, combined with the fragrant sticky brown rice, and you can dip them in soy sauce for extra flavor.
This dish is not only tasty but can also help our sisters lose weight!
3. Vegetarian Kimbap with Oyster Mushrooms
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Preparation
10 minutes
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Cooking
10 minutes
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Difficulty Level
Easy
Ingredients for Vegetarian Kimbap with Oyster Mushrooms Serves 3
White oyster mushrooms 100 gr Cucumber 1 piece Carrot 1 piece Fried tofu 1 piece Cabbage 1/2 piece (about 300gr) Seaweed sheets 2 pieces Rice paper 2 pieces Minced garlic 1 teaspoon White/black sesame a little Soy sauce 3 tablespoons Cooking oil 1 tablespoon Ground pepper a little Salt a little
How to choose fresh and delicious oyster mushrooms
- Fresh and delicious oyster mushrooms will have a white or gray stem, a large, sturdy cap, and bright colors.
- You should choose oyster mushrooms that grow in clusters, with thin and smooth fibers on the underside of the cap; this indicates fresh, newly harvested mushrooms.
- When smelling fresh oyster mushrooms, they will have the characteristic scent of mushrooms, and they feel firm in hand.
- It is best to buy packaged oyster mushrooms with careful packaging, clearly printed origin, and information such as production date and expiration date.
- Do not buy oyster mushrooms if you see them leaking water, slimy, bruised, or having an unusual smell, as these are spoiled mushrooms and are not usable.
See details: How to choose fresh and delicious oyster mushrooms
How to prepare vegetarian kimbap with oyster mushrooms
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Prepare vegetables and mushrooms
You cut off the stems of the white oyster mushrooms, soak them in diluted salt water for about 5 minutes, rinse and drain.
Wash the cucumber, julienne. Peel and wash the carrot, then julienne. Separate the cabbage leaves and wash them.
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Sauté mushrooms
Place a pan on the stove and add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil and 1 teaspoon of minced garlic to sauté until fragrant.
Next, add the mushrooms and stir-fry on high heat, seasoning with 3 teaspoons of soy sauce, and stir-fry for about 2 – 3 minutes until the mushrooms are cooked, then sprinkle a little ground pepper and turn off the heat.
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Boil cabbage and cut tofu
Put a pot of water on the stove to boil, then add the cabbage and boil for about 4 – 5 minutes until cooked, then remove it.
Cut the fried tofu in half, then slice into pieces about 1/3 of a finger length.
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Rolling kimbap
Lay 2 sheets of seaweed on a table or cutting board, then evenly spread boiled cabbage over about 2/4 of the seaweed surface, followed by shredded carrots, cucumbers, fried tofu, and sautéed oyster mushrooms on top.
Use your hands to roll it tightly but not too loose, as the filling will fall out when cutting. After rolling, roll it a few more times to ensure the firmness and stickiness of the kimbap.
Next, wet 2 rice paper sheets, lay them on the cutting board, then spread boiled cabbage evenly over about 2/4 of the rice paper surface, followed by shredded carrots, cucumbers, fried tofu, sautéed oyster mushrooms, and a little black and white sesame seeds on the remaining 2/4 of the rice paper surface.
Use your hands to roll it tightly but not too loose, as the filling will fall out when cutting. After rolling, roll it a few more times to ensure the firmness and stickiness of the kimbap.
Finally, use a knife to cut the kimbap into bite-sized pieces.
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Final Product
Vegetarian Kimbap with oyster mushrooms is really unique, isn’t it! Kimbap uses only vegetables, no rice, yet still delicious and visually appealing. The various vegetables blend together, and the oyster mushrooms soak up the seasoning just right.
The dish will taste even better when served with chili sauce. Perfect for snacking or on vegetarian days, very effective!
How to choose fresh and delicious carrots
- Good carrots are those that are of moderate size (not too large and not too small), with a smooth and shiny skin. When held, they should feel firm and heavy.
- You should choose carrots that have a natural orange color, with green tops that are still firmly attached to the root.
- Avoid buying carrots that have unusual shapes, bruised tops or stems, with signs of wilting, or any dark spots; if you press them with your hand, they should not indent easily.
View details: How to choose fresh and delicious carrots
How to choose fresh and delicious cucumbers
- Fresh and delicious cucumbers are those that have a bright green color, with a distinct and even hue, looking smooth and shiny, especially without any rough or unusual tiny bumps on the surface. Additionally, cucumbers that are crisp and sweet usually have a short and round shape.
- At the same time, a good cucumber should feel firm and sturdy when held, with a straight shape and minimal bending. When touched lightly, it should not feel too hard but have a moderate softness.
- Moreover, you should avoid buying cucumbers that have swollen bodies or have dark spots, bruised areas, or have turned yellow, as these are cucumbers that have been stored for too long and will not taste as good as fresh ones.
View details: How to choose fresh and delicious cucumbers
How to choose fresh and delicious cabbage
- Good cabbage has a round and even shape, a slightly dark green color, and the outer leaves should still be fresh, not bruised.
- You should choose cabbage that feels a bit heavy when held, giving a firm feeling, with a moderate size and weight.
- Avoid buying cabbages that are flat or oval-shaped, have a light color, are too light in weight, or have outer leaves that are damaged or yellowing, as these are old cabbages and not fresh.
View details: How to choose fresh and delicious cabbage
Suggestions for where to buy seaweed for sushi
- Seaweed can be purchased at supermarkets and reputable grocery stores like TasteVN or online at the website bachhoaxanh.com
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So TasteVN has successfully guided you on 3 ways to make vegetarian kimbap that are light, delicious, and simple at home. What are you waiting for? Show off your skills and treat your family right away! Wish you success.
