Gimbap (Korean Rice Rolls)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse the rice thoroughly and cook according to the package instructions with 1/2 cup of water and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
2. Step 2: Heat the sesame oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté the diced carrots, zucchini, and cucumber until tender.
3. Step 3: Add the diced ham and spinach to the pan and stir-fry until the spinach is wilted.
4. Step 4: In a separate pan, scramble the beaten egg and set aside.
5. Step 5: To assemble the gimbap, lay a sheet of gim flat and spread a thin layer of cooked rice onto the seaweed, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
6. Step 6: Add the vegetable and ham mixture, scrambled egg, and a sprinkle of salt in the middle of the rice.
7. Step 7: Roll the gimbap tightly but gently, applying even pressure to form a compact roll.
8. Step 8: Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients to make more gimbap rolls.
9. Step 9: Slice the gimbap into 1-inch thick rounds and serve.