Spicy & Sweet Jeonju Bibim Style Rice Balls Recipe
Spicy & Sweet Jeonju Bibim Style Rice Balls Recipe
How to Make Jeonju Bibim Rice Balls, Minced Meat Rice Balls with Gochujang, Delicious Rice Ball Recipe
Hello everyone! Today, we’re making Jeonju Bibim-style rice balls, a dish loved by all ages for its delightful spicy and sweet flavor. These rice balls are made by mixing stir-fried minced meat seasoned with a special Jeonju Bibim sauce into rice. They’re perfect for making ahead and reheating in the microwave the next day! If you’re a fan of the unique taste of Jeonju Bibimbap, give this recipe a try!
Ingredients- 200g ground pork
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Pinch of black pepper
- 1 Tbsp Mirin (rice wine)
- 1.5 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1.5 Tbsp Soy sauce
- 1.5 Tbsp Sesame oil
- 1.5 Tbsp Sugar
- 240g warm cooked rice (about 1.5 bowls)
- A little cooking oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
This recipe makes approximately 4 rice balls. First, prepare 200g of fresh ground pork.
Step 2
Peel 3 cloves of garlic and mince them finely using a knife or a mincer. Finely minced garlic will add a rich aroma to your rice balls.
Step 3
Heat a pan over medium-low heat with a little cooking oil. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic; gentle cooking is key.
Step 4
Once the garlic starts to turn golden, add the ground pork, 1 Tbsp of Mirin, and a pinch of black pepper. Increase the heat to high and stir-fry until all the moisture has evaporated. Cooking thoroughly like this will remove any gamey smell and enhance the savory flavor.
Step 5
Push the cooked meat to one side of the pan. In the empty space, add 1.5 Tbsp Gochujang, 1.5 Tbsp soy sauce, 1.5 Tbsp sesame oil, and 1.5 Tbsp sugar. Mix these ingredients together to create the delicious Jeonju Bibim sauce. Let it simmer briefly to deepen the flavors.
Step 6
Now, combine the cooked meat with the sauce in the pan. Add 240g of warm cooked rice. Use a spatula or spoon to mix everything thoroughly, ensuring the seasoning coats every grain of rice. Mixing while the rice is warm helps the flavors penetrate better.
Step 7
Once the rice is well-mixed, place it into a triangular rice ball mold and press firmly to shape. If you don’t have a mold, you can shape them by hand into your desired form.
Step 8
Voila! Your delicious Jeonju Bibim-style rice balls are ready! They look appetizing and smell wonderful.
Step 9
These rice balls can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. When you’re ready to eat them, simply reheat in the microwave for a fresh, delicious taste. If you love the flavors of Jeonju Bibimbap, you should definitely try making these!
