A vibrant bowl with kimchi, grains, fresh veggies, and flavorful dressing for a satisfying, wholesome meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Grains
01 - 1 cup uncooked brown rice or quinoa
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Fermented Vegetables
04 - 1 cup chopped kimchi, vegetarian if required
05 - 1/2 cup sauerkraut, optional
→ Fresh Vegetables
06 - 1 cup shredded carrots
07 - 1 cup sliced cucumber
08 - 1 cup baby spinach or mixed greens
09 - 1 avocado, sliced
10 - 2 radishes, thinly sliced
11 - 1/4 cup sliced scallions
→ Protein
12 - 1 cup cooked edamame or cubed firm tofu
→ Dressing
13 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
14 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
15 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
16 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
17 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
18 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
→ Toppings
19 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
20 - 1 sheet nori, sliced, optional
21 - Chili flakes, optional
# Method:
01 - Rinse brown rice or quinoa thoroughly under cold running water. Combine grains, water, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until tender (about 25 minutes for brown rice, 15 minutes for quinoa). Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and allow to cool slightly.
02 - Shred carrots, slice cucumber and avocado, thinly slice radishes and scallions, and set aside all vegetables for assembly.
03 - If using tofu, pat dry and cut into cubes. Optionally, heat a nonstick pan over medium heat, add a splash of oil, and sear tofu cubes until golden brown on all sides.
04 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, maple syrup or honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic until emulsified.
05 - Divide cooked grains evenly among four bowls. Arrange kimchi, sauerkraut (if using), assorted fresh vegetables, and protein on top of grains.
06 - Drizzle each serving with the prepared dressing. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, sliced nori, and chili flakes if desired.
07 - Serve immediately for optimal texture and flavor.
