Spicy Korean Kimchi-Stuffed Pork Buns (Bibimbap Buns)
Flaky, herb-infused buns filled with tender pork, spicy kimchi, and a tangy sesame-ginger slaw. This korean-inspired asian ready in about 55 minutes pairs rice flour, yeast, warm water for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 150g rice flour
- 1 tsp yeast
- 100ml warm water
- 1/2 cup, chopped kimchi
- 100g, cubed pork belly
- 1, beaten egg
- 1/4 cup, grated carrots
- 2 tbsp, sliced green onions
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp gochujang
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, mix rice flour, yeast, and warm water. Knead into a dough, let rest for 30 minutes.
- Step 2: Roll dough into 6 small balls, flatten, and shape into buns. Steam for 10 minutes until puffed.
- Step 3: In a skillet, cook pork belly with sesame oil until golden. Add kimchi, carrots, green onions, soy sauce, gochujang, and ginger. Stir-fry for 5 minutes.
- Step 4: Stuff buns with the pork mixture, then top with a sesame-ginger slaw made from 1 tbsp grated carrot, 1 tsp soy sauce, and 1/2 tsp sesame oil. Serve warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Korean Kimchi-Stuffed Pork Buns (Bibimbap Buns) take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (30 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Spicy Korean Kimchi-Stuffed Pork Buns (Bibimbap Buns)?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep rice flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Korean Kimchi-Stuffed Pork Buns (Bibimbap Buns)?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Spicy Korean Kimchi-Stuffed Pork Buns (Bibimbap Buns) for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Spicy Korean Kimchi-Stuffed Pork Buns (Bibimbap Buns)?
Korean asian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better asian dishes though.
