Jumeok-bap || Rice Ball, 饭团, 飯糰, おにぎり, 주먹밥 1

Jumeokbap is a simple yet delicious Korean dish that consists of rice shaped into balls, often with various fillings. It’s a popular choice for a quick and easy meal or snack.

Basic Ingredients:

• Cooked rice
• Sesame oil
• Salt
• Furikake (a Japanese seasoning mix) or roasted seaweed flakes

Optional Fillings:

• Spam
• Kimchi
• Tuna
• Vegetables (e.g., carrots, cucumbers)
• Bulgogi beef
• Egg

Instructions:

1. Prepare the rice: While still warm, mix the cooked rice with sesame oil and salt.
2. Add fillings: If using fillings, mix them into the rice.
3. Shape the rice balls: Wet your hands slightly to prevent the rice from sticking. Take a portion of the rice mixture and shape it into a ball.
4. Coat the rice balls: Roll the rice balls in furikake or roasted seaweed flakes.

Tips:

• Sticky Rice: For extra stickiness, add a little vinegar to the rice.
• Creative Fillings: Experiment with different fillings to create unique flavors.
• Variety of Shapes: You can shape the rice balls into different shapes, such as triangles or squares.
• Perfect Picnic Food: Jumeokbap is a great option for picnics or outdoor activities.

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