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Gyeran-bap

A classic Korean comfort dish of warm rice topped with fried eggs, butter, soy sauce, and toasted sesame oil. Quick to assemble and richly savory.

10 minEasyServes 1380 cal/serving

KoreanBreakfastStovetopVegetarianKosher-styleNut-FreeShellfish-FreePork-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup white rice, warmed
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. 1

    Melt 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.

  2. 2

    Crack 2 eggs into the skillet and fry until whites are set but yolks remain runny.

  3. 3

    Place 1 cup warmed white rice into a serving bowl and top with the cooked eggs.

  4. 4

    Drizzle with 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp toasted sesame oil, sprinkle with 1/2 tsp toasted sesame seeds, and mix thoroughly.

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Questions

What is Gyeran-bap?

A classic Korean comfort dish of warm rice topped with fried eggs, butter, soy sauce, and toasted sesame oil. Quick to assemble and richly savory. This reference files it under Korean breakfast: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 10 minutes start to finish.

What can I use instead of toasted sesame oil in Gyeran-bap?

The entry for Gyeran-bap calls for 1 tsp toasted sesame oil. In its place: There is no neutral substitute for the toasted flavor. Warm a spoonful of sesame seeds in a neutral oil, or leave it out and finish with toasted seeds.

Can I make Gyeran-bap dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Gyeran-bap is 1 tbsp unsalted butter. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Can I make Gyeran-bap gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Gyeran-bap is 1 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

How many calories are in Gyeran-bap?

One serving (the recipe makes 1) is about 380 calories, with 14 g protein, 45 g carbohydrate and 16 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 580 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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