Description
Korean Rice Balls (also known as “Jumeokbap”) are a simple and nutritious snack or side dish, made with cooked rice, fresh vegetables like spinach and carrots, and seasoned with a hint of salt. These flavorful rice balls are easy to make and perfect for on-the-go eating or serving as part of a meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice, preferably short-grain
- 1/2 cup finely chopped carrot
- 1/2 cup finely chopped spinach
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, chopped carrot, and chopped spinach.
- Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into round balls, using your hands to compact the rice.
- Serve the rice balls immediately, or store them in an airtight container for later.
Notes
- You can add other ingredients like sesame seeds, kimchi, or seaweed for extra flavor.
- If you want a more savory flavor, you can lightly season the rice balls with soy sauce or a bit of salt.
- These rice balls can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (if rice is already cooked)