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Meat Bibimbap (Yookhoe Bibimbap). Image by KnowingKorea.

Bibimbap variation unlimited

by KnowingKorea

One of the basic Bibimbap is Jeonju Bibimbap. Image by KnowingKorea.

Traditional bibimbap has many regional versions, among which most famous are Jeonju Bibimbap (from Jeonju, Jollabukdo), and Jinju Bibimbap (from Jinju, Gyeongsangnamdo). When it comes to modern and fusion bibimbap, however, its variation is unlimited, because you can always make a new combination of assorted toppings on various kinds of steamed rice.

Bibimbap is generally served in a wide bowl, but in some restaurants it is served on a plate. Stone pot bibimbap is served in a sizzling stone pot, warning the diners not to touch the pot. If you like to taste bibimbap without the gochujang (red pepper paste) sauce, you can tell them when ordering, and they will bring the sauce in a separate container. Otherwise, the sauce is usually served on the rice.

Sprout Bibimbap (Sassak Bibimbap). Image by KnowingKorea.

Stone pot Bibimbap (Dolsot Bibimbap). Image by KnowingKorea.