Spicy Gochujang Roasted Carrot Bowl (Printable)
Vibrant grain bowl with spicy gochujang-roasted carrots, sesame greens, and fresh vegetables for a satisfying meal.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Gochujang Roasted Carrots
01 - 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
02 - 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
03 - 1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
04 - 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
05 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
06 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
07 - 1 clove garlic, minced
→ Sesame Greens
08 - 5 oz baby spinach or kale, washed
09 - 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
10 - 1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari)
11 - 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
→ Bowl Assembly
12 - 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
13 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
14 - 1 cup cucumber, sliced
15 - 1 avocado, sliced
16 - 2 green onions, sliced
17 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
18 - Lime wedges, for serving
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F.
02 - Whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, maple syrup, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and minced garlic. Add carrot sticks and toss to coat evenly.
03 - Spread carrots on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and caramelized.
04 - Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add spinach or kale and sauté for 2–3 minutes until just wilted. Stir in soy sauce and sesame seeds. Remove from heat.
05 - Divide cooked rice or quinoa among four bowls. Top with roasted carrots, sesame greens, shredded cabbage, cucumber, and avocado.
06 - Garnish with green onions, extra sesame seeds, and lime wedges. Serve immediately, mixing all ingredients together before eating.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The gochujang glaze creates this incredible sticky caramelization that makes roasted carrots taste like candy with a kick
- Everything comes together in one bowl while the oven does most of the work
- You can prep all the components ahead and assemble when hunger strikes
02 -
- Gochujang brands vary wildly in heat level so taste yours first and adjust the amount accordingly
- Do not crowd your baking sheet or the carrots will steam instead of roast, losing that precious caramelization
03 -
- Line your baking sheet with parchment for easier cleanup because that gochujang glaze gets sticky
- Warm your grains slightly before assembling because room temperature ingredients make everything taste better