Carrot Kimbap: A Delightful Blend of Sweet Carrots and Tangy Pickled Mustard Greens
Carrot Kimbap: A Delightful Blend of Sweet Carrots and Tangy Pickled Mustard Greens
Super Easy! Enjoy a Special Meal with ‘Carrot Kimbap’ from the Hit TV Show ‘Matnamui Gwangjang’
I’m a bit late to the party, but I finally tried the famous Carrot Kimbap from the show ‘Matnamui Gwangjang’! This recipe was a huge hit, even helping to boost the consumption of Jeju carrots. While I usually add a little carrot to my kimbap, I never thought of it as the main ingredient. But after trying it, I was incredibly impressed – it’s truly a dish that deserves a thumbs-up! The subtle sweetness of the carrots beautifully complements the tangy and sweet pickled mustard greens, creating an unexpectedly wonderful flavor combination. This recipe will make your kimbap-making experience much more enjoyable!
Ingredients- 2 large carrots
- 4 heads of pickled mustard greens
- 6 sheets of dried seaweed (gim)
- 2 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thoroughly wash the 2 large carrots and pat them dry. Then, thinly julienne them into long strips, suitable for rolling into kimbap.
Step 2
Heat a pan over medium-low heat. Add 2 Tbsp of sesame oil and 1 Tbsp of minced garlic. Stir-fry gently until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic. This creates a flavorful garlic-infused oil that will enhance the carrot’s taste.
Step 3
Add the julienned carrots to the fragrant garlic oil. Stir-fry over medium-high heat quickly. It’s important not to overcook the carrots; they should retain a slight crunch. Season lightly with salt. You can add a pinch of sugar if you like, but the carrots are naturally sweet enough on their own. Once stir-fried, the carrots are wonderfully sweet and delicious!
Step 4
The key to this recipe is to cook the carrots until they are tender-crisp, not mushy. I personally prefer my carrots a bit softer, so after stir-frying, I covered the pan with a lid and let them steam for about 2-3 minutes. This resulted in a perfect texture – tender yet still with a satisfying bite.
Step 5
Now, let’s roll the kimbap! Season the cooked rice beforehand with a little salt, sugar, and vinegar for enhanced flavor. Lay a sheet of gim on a bamboo rolling mat, spread a thin layer of seasoned rice, then generously add the prepared carrots. Place two strips of the pickled mustard greens neatly on top. I received the pickled mustard greens as a gift, and they were quite sour and sweet, so I wasn’t sure what to do with them. However, using them as a filling for kimbap turned out to be a brilliant idea! I’ll be using the rest of them for more kimbap. I think adding even more carrots would also be delicious.
Step 6
Your delicious Carrot Kimbap, filled with crunchy carrots and flavorful pickled mustard greens, is now complete! It’s amazing how you can create such a wonderful kimbap with simple ingredients. Enjoy this delightful meal!
