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Spicy Broccoli Kimchi Bowl
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Spicy Broccoli Kimchi Bowl
Serves 4
For the rice:
1 cup rice of choice, uncooked
Water required on package
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon mirin
2 green onions tops, chopped
For the bowls:
2 cups broccoli crowns, chopped into bite size florets
(I also used some of the stems, thinly sliced)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon soy or tamari sauce
1 to 2 tablespoon Sriracha
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 1/2 cups kimchi (comes in mild or spicy. Select the level ofd spicy-ness you like!)
1 teaspoon each, white and black sesame seeds, toasted
Directions
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Bring water and rice to a boil in a medium pot, using the amount of water stated on package. Place lid on and simmer. After about 30-40 minutes, check to see if water has been absorbed and rice is soft. Remove pot from heat, fluff with a fork. Let cool for about 5 minutes. Add sesame oil, soy sauce, mirin and mix. Add green onions as a garnish on top.
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Preheat the oven to 425° F.
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Stir together olive oil, tamari, Sriracha, and garlic. Pour into zip lock bag or container with top. Add broccoli and mix until broccoli is covered. Place broccoli on a parchment lined baking sheet. Turn broccoli pieces after 10 minutes of roasting. Roast for a total of 15 to 20 minutes, until the broccoli is crispy and brown. Remove from oven.
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For family style serving, place broccoli, kimchi and rice on a large platter. For individual serving, divide rice, broccoli, and kimchee into four bowls.
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Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Expandthetable suggestions
Rice: I used a wild rice mixture that I had on hand. You can use any variety of white or brown rice, following package directions for cooking time.
Vegan/vegetarian: Use a fish free kimchi.
Gluten Free: Use quinoa in place of rice.
Other veggies: Roast cauliflower, zucchini slices (1/2” slices) or string beans. You can also use tofu!
Note: Like kimchi? Here's another kimchi recipe: Asian Fusion Latkes
Adapted from Gena Hamshaw. Food 52.com
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Ready for healthy food in the new year? Try this spicy and savory Korean rice bowl--the broccoli and rice are enlivened with the spicy kimchi. It’s a perfect match! This recipe can be an interesting main dish or side dish. Use white, brown or wild rice. Roast the broccoli with minced garlic and soy sauce, for more flavor in each bite. If you are not familiar with this Korean popular staple, here is a great way to be introduced. There are many kinds of kimchi, but all are a fermented cabbage dish, with other vegetables or seafood added. Check the label for fish or seafood free, if you want to make this a vegan or vegetarian recipe. I’ve only seen 3 varieties in most American supermarkets. Go to an Asian market for more choices. This healthy choice is what I’m craving after all the heavier foods and desserts of the holidays.