High Protein Bibimbap Bowl

A delicious and protein packed meal! This is great for those who want to add some flavorful dinners into their week!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked white rice

• 1/2 cup cucumber, julienned

• 1 cup baby bella mushrooms, sliced

• 1/2 cup green onions, chopped

• 1/2 cup carrots, julienned

• 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken breast or firm tofu, cubed

• 1 fried egg (optional)

For the Marinade/Sauce:

• 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari

• 1 tbsp sesame oil

• 1 tbsp rice vinegar

• 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste) or sriracha

• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1/2 tsp ginger, minced

For Garnish:

• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

• 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or parsley

• 1/4 sheet nori, cut into thin strips (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vegetables:

   • Julienne the cucumber and carrots, slice the baby bella mushrooms, and chop the green onions. Set aside.

2. Cook the Protein:

   • If using chicken breast, cook it thoroughly and shred it. If using tofu, cube it and cook until golden brown on all sides.

3. Sauté the Mushrooms:

   • In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the portabella mushrooms until tender. Set aside.

4. Make the Sauce:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, gochujang, honey, garlic, and ginger.

5. Assemble the Bowl:

   • In a large bowl, add a base of cooked brown rice or quinoa.

   • Arrange the cucumber, portabella mushrooms, green onions, carrots, and cooked protein around the bowl.

6. Add the Egg (optional):

   • Fry an egg to your desired doneness and place it on top of the arranged ingredients.

7. Drizzle and Garnish:

   • Drizzle the prepared sauce over the bowl.

   • Garnish with sesame seeds, chopped cilantro or parsley, and nori strips if using.