Korean-Inspired Beef and Fried Egg Bibimbap Bowl
Savor savory 5% lean beef mince simmered in garlic, ginger, and tamari, served over warm brown rice with tender zucchini, carrot, and a crispy fried egg.
Prep
12 min
Cook
13 min
Total
25 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Hayley + Lila
Hayley created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Setup
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Prep
12 min
Cook
13 min
Total
25 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
For meal prep, cook the beef, rice, and vegetables ahead of time; assemble and reheat, then top with a freshly fried egg right before eating.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
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Instructions
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Next: Place a medium non-stick skillet over medium-high…
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Place a medium non-stick skillet over medium-high…
Place a medium non-stick skillet over medium-high heat at 350°F (175°C) and let it warm for 1 minute.
Allow: 1 minute
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Add the lean beef mince
Add the lean beef mince, grated garlic clove, and grated fresh ginger to the skillet. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, breaking the meat into small pieces with a spatula, until fully browned with no pink remaining.
Look for: fully browned with no pink remaining
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Stir in the tamari and gluten-free gochujang…
Stir in the tamari and gluten-free gochujang paste. Simmer for 1 minute until the sauce coats the beef completely, then transfer the beef to a plate and cover loosely to keep warm.
Look for: the sauce coats the beef completely, then transfer the beef to a plate and cover loosely to keep warm
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Wipe the skillet clean and return it…
Wipe the skillet clean and return it to medium heat at 300°F (150°C) with half of the sesame oil.
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Add the julienned carrot and zucchini slices…
Add the julienned carrot and zucchini slices to the skillet. Saute for 3 to 4 minutes until vibrant and tender-crisp. Transfer the cooked vegetables to a side plate.
Look for: vibrant and tender-crisp
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Add the remaining sesame oil to the…
Add the remaining sesame oil to the skillet. Crack the egg into the pan and cook undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes until the whites are set and opaque with crisp edges, but the yolk remains runny.
Look for: the whites are set and opaque with crisp edges, but the yolk remains runny
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Scoop the warm cooked brown rice into…
Scoop the warm cooked brown rice into the base of a wide serving bowl.
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Arrange the seasoned beef mince
Arrange the seasoned beef mince, cooked carrot, and cooked zucchini in neat sections over the rice.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Top the center of the bowl with…
Top the center of the bowl with the fried egg and sprinkle sesame seeds evenly over the dish before serving immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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