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Korean Rice Balls

Korean Rice Balls: Flavor-Packed Bites for Every Craving

Discover delicious Korean Rice Balls, or Jumeokbap, a savory street food treasure packed with flavor and perfect for any craving.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 rice balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Mixture
  • 3 cups Cooked Short-Grain Rice Use warm rice for better binding.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Substitute with any neutral oil if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Consider low-sodium for a lighter option.
  • 1 tablespoon Gochujang Omit for milder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used instead.
For the Mix-ins
  • 1 cup Chopped Kimchi Can substitute with pickled vegetables.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions Chives can be a good alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Omit if allergic.
For Coating and Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Roasted Seaweed Flakes Furikake or crushed nori can be used as substitute.
  • to taste Salt Adjust based on taste preference.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Plate

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, take your warm, cooked short-grain rice and add sesame oil, soy sauce, gochujang, and garlic powder. Mix until evenly coated.
  2. Gently fold in chopped kimchi, sesame seeds, roasted seaweed flakes, and chopped green onions into the rice mixture.
  3. Wet your hands and shape a generous portion of the mixture into golf ball-sized rice balls. Place shaped balls on a plate.
  4. Sprinkle your shaped Korean Rice Balls with additional sesame seeds or seaweed flakes for garnish.
  5. Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rice ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of gochujang. Pair with sides like cucumber or bean sprout salad for a complete meal.

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