Healthy Bi Bim Bap Bowl (Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Refined Sugar-Free)
This Healthy Bi Bim Bap Bowl is a fresh and flavorful take on the classic Korean dish! Packed with protein, fiber, and gut-friendly ingredients, this bowl features cauliflower rice (or regular rice), marinated ground beef, a tangy carrot and cucumber noodle salad, kimchi, and a squeeze of fresh lime. It’s naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free, making it a great choice for a wholesome and balanced meal!
Ingredients
Marinated Ground Beef:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoon coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Carrot & Cucumber Noodle Salad:
- 1 medium carrot spiralized or julienned
- ½ cucumber spiralized or julienned
- 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Bowl Assembly:
- 2 cups cauliflower rice or regular rice
- ½ cup kimchi
- 1 lime cut into wedges
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 fried egg
Instructions
- Marinate the Ground Beef: In a bowl, mix the ground beef with coconut aminos, sesame oil, garlic powder, ginger powder, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare the Salad: In a separate bowl, combine the spiralized carrot and cucumber with coconut aminos, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sea salt, and red pepper flakes. Toss well and set aside.
- Cook the Beef: Heat a pan over medium heat and cook the marinated beef until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks.
- Prepare the Cauliflower Rice: If using cauliflower rice, sauté it in a pan over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until warm and slightly tender. If using regular rice, cook according to package instructions.
- Fry an egg sunny side up.
- Assemble the Bowl: Divide the rice or cauliflower rice into bowls. Top with the cooked beef, marinated salad, fried egg, and kimchi. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and add a lime wedge on the side.
- Serve & Enjoy: Mix everything together and enjoy a delicious, nourishing meal!