Crisp Whole Cucumber Gimbap
Crisp Whole Cucumber Gimbap
Super Easy Diet Gimbap with Whole Cucumber (Golden Vinegar Dressing Ratio Tip)
Experience the refreshing crunch of whole cucumber gimbap that fills your mouth with coolness! Enjoy a healthy and delicious meal with this super easy diet gimbap recipe. Includes a golden ratio tip for the vinegar dressing.
Gimbap Ingredients- 1.5 bowls of freshly cooked rice (served warm)
- 2 sheets of gimbap seaweed (nori)
- 2 cucumbers (preferably not too thick)
Golden Ratio Vinegar Dressing- 2 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1/3 Tbsp salt
- 2 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1/3 Tbsp salt
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the cucumbers, the star ingredient of this gimbap. It’s best to choose cucumbers that are straight and not excessively thick. Scrub the cucumber peels thoroughly with coarse salt to clean them. Then, use a peeler to lightly remove the skin. You don’t need to peel it perfectly; a rough peel is fine. The key is to maintain the cucumber’s crisp texture.
Step 2
Let’s make the vinegar dressing that dictates the flavor of the gimbap. Today’s golden ratio for the vinegar dressing is Vinegar : Sugar : Salt = 2 : 1 : 0.3. For 2 bowls of rice, prepare 2 Tbsp vinegar, 1 Tbsp sugar, and 1/3 Tbsp salt. It’s recommended to dissolve the sugar and salt beforehand. Microwaving for 10 seconds, 2-3 times, will help them dissolve well. Gently mix this vinegar dressing into the freshly cooked warm rice in 2-3 additions, being careful not to mash the rice grains. At first, it might seem like the seasoning is too strong, but don’t worry, as the vinegar’s tanginess will mellow out, leaving the rice fluffy and well-seasoned.
Step 3
Now, spread the seasoned rice thinly and evenly over the seaweed sheet. If the rice layer is too thick, the gimbap might burst or the filling might not be visible. Place the prepared cucumber lengthwise on top of the spread rice. Position the cucumber in the center and tightly roll the seaweed. If the end of the seaweed doesn’t stick well, you can lightly moisten it with water or brush it with sesame oil. Today, I pinched some rice to help seal the roll. It’s important to roll the gimbap firmly so it doesn’t unravel.
Step 4
To enhance the deliciousness of the gimbap, lightly brush the outside with sesame oil. The aroma of sesame oil makes it look even more appetizing. Slice the gimbap into bite-sized pieces. Lightly coating your knife with sesame oil before slicing will prevent the rice from sticking and result in clean cuts. Serve with ssamjang or your favorite dipping sauce to enjoy. This whole cucumber gimbap offers a fantastic combination of crisp cucumber and sweet-sour rice!
