Caribbean Bibimbap

Ingredients

While the original Korean Bibimbap traditionally features ingredients like gochujang (Korean chili paste) and kimchi, our Caribbean adaptation incorporates Caribbean spices and tropical fruits to add a unique twist. We also substitute some of the traditional Korean vegetables with Caribbean vegetables to enhance the flavors of the dish. We alse have the original recipe for Bibimbap, so you can check it out.

• 2 cups (470ml) cooked rice 2 cups (470ml) cooked rice
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 pound (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 pound (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tablespoon Caribbean jerk seasoning 1 tablespoon Caribbean jerk seasoning
• 1 cup (150g) pineapple, diced 1 cup (150g) pineapple, diced
• 1 cup (150g) mango, diced 1 cup (150g) mango, diced
• 1 cup (150g) bell peppers, thinly sliced 1 cup (150g) bell peppers, thinly sliced
• 1 cup (150g) zucchini, thinly sliced 1 cup (150g) zucchini, thinly sliced
• 1 cup (150g) carrots, julienned 1 cup (150g) carrots, julienned
• 4 large eggs 4 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon lime juice
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 1.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 60g, 15g
• Protein: 20g
• Fiber: 6g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and sprinkle with Caribbean jerk seasoning. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
2. 2.
   In the same skillet, add the pineapple, mango, bell peppers, zucchini, and carrots. Cook for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
3. 3.
   In a separate non-stick skillet, fry the eggs sunny-side up or to your desired doneness.
4. 4.
   In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
5. 5.
   To assemble the Caribbean Bibimbap, divide the cooked rice among four bowls. Top each bowl with the cooked vegetables, shrimp, and a fried egg. Drizzle the soy sauce mixture over the top.
6. 6.
   Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Shrimp — Make sure to devein the shrimp properly before cooking to remove any grit or sand.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add a few dashes of Caribbean hot sauce to the soy sauce mixture.
• Feel free to customize the vegetables based on what's in season in the Caribbean. You can use plantains, yams, or callaloo as delicious alternatives.
• If you prefer a vegetarian version, you can substitute the shrimp with tofu or tempeh marinated in Caribbean jerk seasoning.

Serving advice

Serve the Caribbean Bibimbap hot and mix all the ingredients together before eating to fully enjoy the flavors and textures.

Presentation advice

For an eye-catching presentation, arrange the colorful vegetables and fruits in a circular pattern on top of the rice, with the shrimp and fried egg placed in the center.