Hearty grain bowl, tangy kimchi, fresh vegetables, and flavorful dressing for a wholesome meal.
# Ingredient list:
→ Grains
01 - 1 cup brown rice or quinoa, uncooked
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Fermented Vegetables
04 - 1 cup kimchi, chopped (vegetarian if needed)
05 - 1/2 cup sauerkraut (optional)
→ Fresh Vegetables
06 - 1 cup shredded carrots
07 - 1 cup cucumber, sliced
08 - 1 cup baby spinach or mixed greens
09 - 1 avocado, sliced
10 - 2 radishes, thinly sliced
11 - 1/4 cup scallions, sliced
→ Protein (optional)
12 - 1 cup cooked edamame or firm tofu, cubed
→ 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 fresh ginger, grated
18 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
→ Toppings
19 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
20 - 1 sheet nori, sliced (optional)
21 - Chili flakes (optional)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Thoroughly rinse brown rice or quinoa under cold running water. Combine with water and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook according to package instructions—approximately 25 minutes for brown rice and 15 minutes for quinoa. Once grains are tender and water is absorbed, remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and set aside to cool slightly.
02 - Shred carrots and slice cucumber, avocado, radishes, and scallions evenly. Set vegetables aside for bowl assembly.
03 - If using tofu, pat dry and cut into uniform cubes. For enhanced texture, optionally pan-sear tofu in a nonstick pan over medium heat with a light coating of oil until golden on all sides, about 5 minutes. Edamame should be cooked and drained.
04 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce or tamari, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, maple syrup or honey, grated fresh ginger, and minced garlic until emulsified.
05 - Divide cooked grains evenly into four bowls. Arrange kimchi, sauerkraut (if using), fresh vegetables, and protein of choice on top of the grains.
06 - Drizzle dressing evenly over each bowl. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds, sliced nori, and chili flakes if desired.
07 - Serve immediately while fresh. Enjoy.
