Description
Gyeran Bap, a beloved Korean comfort dish, features fluffy white rice topped with perfectly cooked runny eggs, enhanced with the nuttiness of sesame oil and soy sauce. This quick and easy meal comes together in just 10 minutes, making it a perfect choice for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner. Garnished with sesame seeds and fresh green onions, it offers a satisfying blend of textures and flavors that highlight the simplicity and warmth of Korean home cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice
- 2 cups cooked white rice
Eggs
- 2 eggs
Seasonings and Garnishes
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat Sesame Oil and Cook Eggs: In a large pan over medium heat, warm the sesame oil. Crack the eggs gently into the pan and cook until the egg whites are fully set but the yolks remain runny, usually taking about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Prepare the Rice: Transfer the cooked white rice into a serving bowl. Drizzle the soy sauce evenly over the rice and toss gently to coat the grains thoroughly, ensuring a flavorful base.
- Assemble the Dish: Once the eggs are finished cooking, place them carefully on top of the soy sauce-seasoned rice. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, then season with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the Gyeran Bap right away to enjoy the contrast of warm, fluffy rice and the rich, runny egg yolks. This simple yet flavorful dish is a perfect comfort meal any time of day.
Notes
- For a fully cooked yolk, cook eggs a bit longer until yolks are firm.
- Use short-grain white rice for authentic texture.
- Variations include adding kimchi or a drizzle of chili oil for spice.
- Can be made with brown rice for a healthier option.
- Sesame oil can be adjusted to taste but adds essential nuttiness.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
