Description
Gyeran Bap, or Korean Egg Rice, is a simple and comforting dish featuring fluffy short-grain rice topped with a perfectly fried egg, drizzled with savory soy sauce and fragrant sesame oil. Enhanced with buttery richness and garnished with toasted sesame seeds, green onions, and optional nori strips, this quick meal combines familiar flavors into a satisfying breakfast or anytime dish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white rice (preferably short-grain or medium-grain rice)
- 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 rice evenly into two serving bowls and keep it warm to ensure the dish is served hot and comforting.
- Fry the eggs: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add sesame oil. Crack the eggs into the skillet and cook until the whites are fully set and the yolks reach your preferred doneness; traditionally, sunny-side up is used for a runny yolk.
- Assemble the bowls: Place one fried egg on top of each bowl of warm rice carefully to retain the yolk’s texture.
- Add flavor: Drizzle each bowl with soy sauce, adjusting the amount according to taste. Add a small pat of butter on top of the rice and egg if you desire a richer flavor experience.
- Garnish: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions evenly over the bowls for added texture and aroma. Optionally, garnish with nori strips for a slight crunch and umami boost.
- Mix and serve: Before eating, mix the egg, soy sauce, and rice thoroughly to blend the flavors and enjoy the creamy, savory combination fully.
Notes
- Use freshly cooked warm rice for the best texture and flavor.
- Adjust soy sauce amount to your salt preference.
- Butter is optional but adds a pleasant richness.
- For a runnier yolk, fry the egg sunny-side up without flipping.
- Nori strips add an authentic Korean flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Can be customized by adding kimchi or other pickled vegetables as a side.
