Korean-style English Breakfast

Ingredients

The Korean-style English Breakfast differs from the original English breakfast in terms of flavors and ingredients. While the original English breakfast typically includes sausages, baked beans, and toast, the Korean adaptation replaces these with Korean-style marinated beef, kimchi, and rice. The seasonings and sauces used in the Korean version also add a spicy and tangy kick to the dish. We alse have the original recipe for English Breakfast, so you can check it out.

• 4 slices of bacon 4 slices of bacon
• 200g (7 oz) Korean-style marinated beef 200g (7 oz) Korean-style marinated beef
• 4 eggs 4 eggs
• 2 cups (470ml) cooked rice 2 cups (470ml) cooked rice
• 1 cup (235ml) kimchi 1 cup (235ml) kimchi
• 1 cup (235ml) spinach, blanched 1 cup (235ml) spinach, blanched
• 1 carrot, julienned 1 carrot, julienned
• 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste) 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 550 kcal / 2300 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 25g, 8g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 45g, 5g
• Protein: 35g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Cook the bacon in a frying pan over medium heat until crispy. Set aside.
2. 2.
   In the same pan, cook the Korean-style marinated beef until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
3. 3.
   In a separate pan, fry the eggs sunny-side up or according to your preference.
4. 4.
   In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, kimchi, spinach, carrot, cucumber, sesame oil, soy sauce, gochujang, sesame seeds, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
5. 5.
   Divide the rice mixture into serving bowls. Top each bowl with a slice of bacon, a portion of the cooked beef, and a fried egg.
6. 6.
   Serve the Korean-style English Breakfast bowls hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Bacon — Cook the bacon until crispy to add a crunchy texture to the dish.
• Korean-style marinated beef — Make sure to cook the beef thoroughly to ensure it is safe to consume.
• Kimchi — Use well-fermented kimchi for the best flavor and texture.
• Gochujang — Adjust the amount of gochujang according to your spice preference.
• Sesame seeds — Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan for a few minutes to enhance their nutty flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• Feel free to customize the ingredients based on your preferences. You can add other vegetables such as mushrooms or zucchini.
• If you prefer a spicier breakfast, add more gochujang or sprinkle some Korean chili flakes (gochugaru) on top.
• For a healthier version, you can use turkey bacon or omit the bacon altogether.
• Serve the Korean-style English Breakfast with a side of Korean pickles (banchan) for an authentic Korean touch.
• Don't forget to drizzle some extra sesame oil on top before serving for added flavor.

Serving advice

Serve the Korean-style English Breakfast bowls hot, allowing the flavors to meld together. Garnish with additional sesame seeds and chopped green onions for a pop of color and freshness.

Presentation advice

Arrange the ingredients in the bowl in an aesthetically pleasing manner, with the fried egg placed on top as the centerpiece. The vibrant colors of the vegetables and the contrasting textures will make the dish visually appealing.