Jul 14 2026
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Bibimbap With Spicy Chicken Recipe

Inspired by O'Kims
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Spicy Chicken with barley rice with seasoned vegetables, apple gochujang sauce and kimchi

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Ingredients

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For Spicy Chicken

For Barley Rice

For Seasoned Vegetables

For Apple Gochujang Sauce

For Kimchi

Method

Prepare Spicy Chicken

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic, ginger, and black pepper. Add chicken thighs and coat well. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chicken

    Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Remove from heat and slice.

Prepare Barley Rice

  1. 3

    Cook the Barley

    In a pot, combine barley and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 30-35 minutes until tender. Drain any excess water.

Prepare Seasoned Vegetables

  1. 4

    Season the Vegetables

    In a pan, lightly sauté the julienned carrots and zucchini with soy sauce and sesame oil until just tender. Combine with blanched spinach and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.

Prepare Apple Gochujang Sauce

  1. 5

    Mix the Sauce

    In a small bowl, combine grated apple, gochujang, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Mix well and set aside.

Assemble Bibimbap

  1. 6

    Combine All Ingredients

    In a bowl, layer the barley rice, sliced spicy chicken, seasoned vegetables, and a generous spoonful of kimchi. Drizzle with apple gochujang sauce before serving.

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