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Kimbap

From the video “How to make gimbap (aka kimbap: 김밥)” by Maangchi. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Maangchi. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumFine for a weeknight
Not spicy
Total time
~10 min
est.
Serves
5
Cost
~$3.14*
per serving, Ontariosave ~$16.86* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
22

Ingredients

  • No pork

May contain gluten, egg, soy, sesame

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$15.69*for 5 people
~$3.14*per serving

You save about ~$16.86* per serving (84% less*) than ordering it out — ~$84.31* for 5 people.

Order out = a typical Ontario Korean restaurant plate, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

5 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 8 predicted from typical costs · not priced: carrot, seaweed paper kim

* Estimate, not a quote: 8 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario Korean restaurant plate at ~$20, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving435 kcal · 22% of 2,000Recipe makes 5 servings
Fat20 g25%
Saturated fat4.5 g23%
Sodium582 mg25%
Carbohydrate46 g17%
Fiber2.5 g9%
Total sugars6 gno daily value
Added sugars3.4 g7%
Protein18 g36%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexMiddle of the road
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+8 of 20
  • Saturated fat−10 of 20
  • Sodium−12 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)−3 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 19 of 19 ingredient lines (100% of the measured weight), divided into 5 servings as stated in the video. Typical amounts assumed for sesame oil, danmuji pickled radish, spinach, sesame oil, cooking oil, cooking oil and 2 more, because the video doesn’t say how much. Not counted because the video gives no amount: salt, ground black pepper. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • pot
  • pan
  • bamboo mat
  • chopsticks

What the video didn’t say

  • Total cooking time is not specified.
  • Exact heat levels for sautéing and cooking are mostly described qualitatively.
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Read from the public video by gemini-3.5-flash-lite on 2026-10-05. Thumbnail and video are Maangchi’s, shown through YouTube’s official embed.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Kimbap

What makes Maangchi's Kimbap recipe and technique special?

Maangchi's take on Kimbap focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Korean flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Rolling too loosely makes gimbap fall apart when sliced. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Kimbap at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Kimbap recipe costs approximately $1.98 CAD per serving (yielding 5 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Kimbap ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Kimbap can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Maangchi's Kimbap?

This recipe utilizes approximately 22 ingredients across 16 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Kimbap?

The official cooking video by Maangchi is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.