Beautiful Flower Kimbap
Beautiful Flower Kimbap is not just food—it’s edible art. This colorful Korean rice roll transforms simple ingredients like rice, vegetables, and pork into a stunning flower-shaped dish. With layers of seasoned black and white rice, vibrant vegetables, savory pork, and tofu skin, every slice looks like a blooming flower. Perfect for parties, picnics, or as a centerpiece for a Korean-inspired meal, this dish balances beauty and flavor. This recipe walks you through step by step so you can easily recreate this eye-catching kimbap at home. Whether you’re a fan of traditional gimbap or looking for a creative way to impress your guests, this version will elevate your home cooking.
8/20/20252 min read
Ingredients
Cooked white rice – 7 oz (200 g)
Cooked black rice – 7 oz (200 g)
Salt – to taste
Sesame oil – to taste
Minced garlic – 1 tsp
Pickled radish (danmuji) – 3.5 oz (100 g)
Cucumber – 3.5 oz (100 g)
Carrot – 3.5 oz (100 g)
Ground pork – 4 oz (120 g)
Fried tofu skin – 3 oz (90 g)
Gochujang (Korean chili paste) – ½ tbsp
Sugar – ½ tbsp
Rice paper – 2 sheets
Seaweed sheets (nori) – 5 sheets
Instructions
Cook the rice
Steam the white rice and black rice separately. Once cooked, season with sesame oil and salt. Let the rice cool slightly before handling.Prepare the vegetables
Julienne the pickled radish into thin strips. Julienne cucumber and carrot, sprinkle lightly with salt, then sauté over medium heat until just softened.Cook the tofu skin
Slice fried tofu skin into long strips and sauté until lightly golden.Cook the pork
In a pan, stir-fry ground pork with minced garlic, gochujang, and sugar. Cook until the sauce is absorbed and the mixture is dry. Set aside to cool.Assemble the inner roll
Lightly moisten two rice paper sheets and overlap them on a cutting board. Place one filling lengthwise, roll tightly once, then add another filling. Repeat the process, rolling layer by layer until all fillings are enclosed. Cut the roll into 4 equal sections.Prepare the rice rolls
Spread a thin layer of black rice on a sheet of seaweed and roll tightly. Repeat with alternating layers of black and white rice on two overlapped seaweed sheets.Final assembly
Place the rice paper roll inside the layered rice-and-seaweed sheet, then roll tightly like classic kimbap. Let the roll rest for 5 minutes to set.Slice and serve
Using a sharp knife, slice into bite-sized pieces to reveal the beautiful flower pattern inside.
Serving Tips
Serve with a side of pickled radish or kimchi for extra flavor.
Brush the rolls lightly with sesame oil for shine and fragrance.
Perfect as a show-stopping party appetizer or a special weekend cooking project.
Why You’ll Love This Flower Kimbap
This Flower Kimbap is more than a meal- it’s a visual delight that combines taste and creativity. The balance of savory pork, sweet-salty tofu, tangy pickled radish, and nutty rice makes every bite delicious. It’s an elevated version of traditional Korean gimbap that will impress your guests and brighten up your dining table.
