Refreshing spring/summer vietnamese korean inspired dish
This is a modified Korean BBQ Ground Beef bowl, typically Korean BBQ sauce contains brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, red pepper flakes and ginger. But I modify the ingredients to what my family and I typically have on hand as a Vietnamese American and that is brown sugar, oyster sauce, Maggi/Knorr Soy Sauce seasoning, chili oil, and limes! I also wanted it to have a bit of a starchy flavor so I added in cornstarch as well as diced zucchini to make it have a bit of added flavor kick without much of a difference. All the while adding in some more nutrients and veggies, which our family loves! Any way to sneak in veggies without my toddler knowing is a huge win! So, I hope you enjoy this recipe and let me know if you decide to try it! It’s super refreshing yet savory and perfect for Spring and Summer dinners and even lunch! I love pairing it with a fresh fried egg to add some umami to it as well! I’ve also made a vegan version of the recipe for those who’re opting out of eating meat! Enjoy, and of course if you remake please feel free to tag me on your social media @hoangviton or @beautyfoodymom on both Instagram and or Facebook and use the #beautyfoodymom!
Common Fresh Vietnamese Ingredients used in recipes!
Pictured are green onions, diced onions, and diced zuchinni!
Modified vietnamese korean bbq version with fried tofu slices for vegans
Here I used vegan fried tofu slices that were made in house at our local Vietnamese supermarket called Saigon Market located on Rivers Avenue. I also like to add alot of cracked black pepper (you can used cracked white pepper too, but I used what I have) to add more flavor since tofu is not much for added flavor but protein! Also you can use lentils, ground tofu, or ground tempeh as other protein option replacements for a vegan meal and take out the fried egg. If you like you can use vegan “Just Egg” in place!
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Yum, these recipes look delicious!
Thanks Tahlia!
I recently tried Bibimbap and loved it so i’ve been lookinG for more to try! Pinning for lAter
Yes this is very similar but doesn’t contain kimchi!
mmmm the korean bbq looks really good. The dish with the egg in it would be my pick
Though I do not eat beef I would love to try the tofu version of the recipe. thanks for sharing.
Yes! Please do! I always love to mix up my diet and have days where I’m going meatless!