Description
Gyeran Bap, or Korean Egg Rice, is a simple and comforting dish featuring fluffy steamed rice topped with a perfectly fried egg, drizzled with savory soy sauce, and finished with nutty sesame oil and garnishes. This quick 10-minute recipe is perfect for a satisfying breakfast or light meal, combining creamy egg yolk with aromatic sesame flavors and the delightful texture of green onions and nori seaweed.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice
- 2 cups cooked white rice (preferably short-grain or medium-grain rice)
Eggs and Seasoning
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon butter (optional, for added richness)
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- Nori (seaweed) strips, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice: Divide the cooked white rice evenly into two serving bowls and keep them warm until ready to assemble the dish.
- Fry the Eggs: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the sesame oil. Crack the eggs into the skillet and fry until the egg whites are fully set and the yolks reach your preferred doneness; sunny-side up is traditional for this dish.
- Assemble the Dish: Place a fried egg on top of the rice in each bowl carefully, ensuring it sits nicely on the rice bed.
- Add Seasoning: Drizzle soy sauce over the rice and egg, adjusting the quantity to your taste. Optionally, add a small pat of butter to each bowl to enhance richness and flavor.
- Garnish: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the top of each bowl. If desired, add nori strips for an extra layer of texture and flavor.
- Serve: Mix the egg, soy sauce, and rice together just before eating to combine the flavors beautifully and enjoy your comforting Korean egg rice bowl.
Notes
- Use freshly cooked, warm rice for the best texture and flavor.
- Adjust the soy sauce quantity based on your sodium preference.
- Sunny-side up eggs with runny yolks create a creamy sauce when mixed with rice.
- Optionally, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free variations.
- Garnishes like chopped scallions and toasted sesame seeds add important flavor contrasts and texture.
- This recipe is quick and ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a light meal any time of day.
