What are some GOOD suggestions for the vegetables in BiBimBop?

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I looked for some recipes for some vegetable ideas (I don't need instructions on how to steam rice, fry an egg, or get the hot pepper paste out of a package).  I found recipes that involved sugar, chicken breasts, and other ingredients that I have NEVER seen in my over 3 years as a self-proclaimed 'BiBimBap addict'.  Please, don't bother answering if you have never had BiBimBap made IN South Korea.

Keep in mind that the nearest Korean store to me is at least an hour away.  I'm looking for vegetables that I can find in a store a bit closer to me.

Harry H · Accepted Answer

Bean sprouts are easy to find- you can quickly blanch them for use in bibimbap. The heads make for a nice crunch. Other kinds of beans/peas too - snow peas, etc.

I like squash, zucchini will do, cut into large julienne and sauted very briefly in oil.

Spinach is often used - just steam and then squeeze out as much liquid a possible.

I was born in Korea, but you know, the beauty of bibimbap is that you can improvise any way you like! Just add kochujang (red pepper paste) and a touch of sesame oil.

prtybrd · Answer

The bibimbap I had in Seoul always had spinach (or lettuce), carrots, bean sprouts, and mushrooms for vegetables.  I think sometimes there was another vegetable...maybe daikon radish?  They were all individually prepared, then placed on the top in sections.  I also never had a chicken version.  The ones I was always served had thinly sliced and marinated beef.

curious · Answer

Spinach, should be ok in regards to ecoli, if it's cooked
Bean Sprouts
Sliced shiitake mushrooms (these can be bought dry and can be stored for a long time)

just me · Answer

Try some bean (or soybean) sprouts, cabbage, zucchini and pickled radish.

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What are some GOOD suggestions for the vegetables in BiBimBop?

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