Korean Bibim Shirataki Bowl: A Low-Calorie Korean Recipe

Craving a Korean-inspired bowl that is spicy, refreshing and easy to prepare? This Korean Bibim Shirataki Bowl puts a lighter twist on the flavours of classic korean bibimbap by swapping traditional rice for silky shirataki noodles.

The result is a colourful bowl packed with crisp vegetables, a bold Korean-style sauce and a satisfying noodle texture. Best of all, it takes just around 15 minutes to prepare, making it an easy option for a quick lunch or dinner. Moi Soi's recipe serves two and recommends serving the bowl chilled, making it especially refreshing for warmer days.

What Is a Korean Bibim Bowl?

The word "bibim" refers to mixing, and bibimbap is a well-known Korean dish traditionally built around rice, vegetables and toppings combined with a flavourful sauce.

This shirataki version takes inspiration from those familiar Korean bibim flavours but uses shirataki noodles as the base. Instead of a warm rice bowl, you get a cool, noodle-based meal with a combination of soft noodles, crunchy vegetables and a spicy-sweet sauce.

Moi Soi's version uses Shirataki Udon Noodles, Korean Noodles Sauce and Korean Chilli Oil, topped with shredded carrot, cucumber and sliced egg.

Why Use Shirataki Noodles?

Shirataki noodles are made with konjac and have a distinctive smooth, slippery texture. Moi Soi Shirataki Udon Noodles are made with water, konjac powder and citric acid. The noodles are pre-rinsed and designed to be quickly prepared for noodle bowls, salads and stir-fries.

They are also positioned by Moi Soi as a low-calorie, low-carbohydrate noodle option.

That makes them a useful base when you want the experience of a noodle bowl without using traditional wheat noodles or rice.

Ingredients for Korean Bibim Shirataki Bowl

You only need a handful of ingredients to make this easy Korean-inspired recipe.

Moi Soi Shirataki Udon Noodles
Moi Soi Korean Noodles Sauce
Moi Soi Korean Chilli Oil
1 carrot, shredded
1 cucumber, sliced or shredded
1 egg
Chilli vinegar, optional

The original Moi Soi recipe uses carrot, cucumber and egg as toppings, while chilli vinegar can be added for extra tang.

You can adjust the vegetable quantities depending on how generously you want to fill your bowl.

How to Make a Korean Bibim Shirataki Bowl

Step 1: Prepare the Shirataki Noodles

Start by boiling the shirataki noodles according to the preparation instructions.

Once heated, rinse them under cold water and drain thoroughly. Moi Soi's recipe specifically calls for boiling the shirataki noodles and then rinsing them cold.

Rinsing helps cool the noodles and prepares them for the chilled bowl.

Step 2: Add the Korean Sauce

Transfer the cooled noodles to a mixing bowl.

Add Moi Soi Korean Noodles Sauce and toss until the noodles are evenly coated.

The sauce brings the main Korean-inspired flavour to the dish, so make sure you mix thoroughly rather than leaving the sauce concentrated in one area.

Step 3: Add Korean Chilli Oil

Drizzle in Korean Chilli Oil and toss again.

The chilli oil adds another layer of heat and flavour while helping create the bold, spicy character expected from a Korean-style bibim bowl.

If you prefer a milder bowl, start with a smaller quantity and add more according to taste.

Step 4: Prepare the Toppings

Shred the carrot and slice the cucumber.

Prepare one egg and slice it into pieces once cooked.

The fresh vegetables provide an important contrast to the soft shirataki noodles and rich sauce. Their crunch also makes the finished bowl more interesting to eat.

Step 5: Build Your Bowl

Place the dressed shirataki noodles into serving bowls.

Arrange the carrot, cucumber and sliced egg on top.

For extra tang, add a small splash of chilli vinegar. Moi Soi recommends this as an optional addition to the recipe.

Serve chilled.

Tips for Making the Best Korean Bibim Bowl

Rinse the noodles well

Cold rinsing is an important step in this recipe because the noodles are served chilled. Drain them thoroughly before adding the sauce so the dressing does not become unnecessarily diluted.

Coat the noodles evenly

Take a little extra time to toss the noodles with the Korean Noodles Sauce and Korean Chilli Oil. Even coating ensures every bite gets the same flavour.

Keep the vegetables crisp

Slice or shred the vegetables shortly before serving to maintain their fresh texture.

Adjust the spice

Korean Chilli Oil gives the bowl additional heat, so adjust the amount based on your preference.

Serve it chilled

This recipe is designed to be served cold. Moi Soi specifically recommends it as a refreshing option for summer days.

How This Recipe Differs From Traditional Korean Bibimbap

Traditional korean bibimbap is generally associated with a rice base and a variety of toppings. This recipe takes inspiration from the idea of mixing a base with vegetables and a bold Korean sauce, but changes the format completely.

Here, shirataki noodles replace rice, while fresh cucumber and carrot bring crunch and the egg adds a familiar topping.

The result is not a traditional bibimbap preparation. Instead, it is a convenient Korean-inspired noodle bowl that borrows the enjoyable combination of textures and flavours associated with bibim-style dishes.

Ways to Customise Your Shirataki Bowl

Once you have the basic recipe, you can customise your bowl according to what you have available.

Add more vegetables

Try adding shredded cabbage, spring onions or other crisp vegetables for additional texture.

Add tofu

For a plant-based bowl, skip the egg and add tofu instead.

Increase the heat

Add more Korean Chilli Oil if you enjoy a stronger spicy kick.

Add extra tang

A splash of chilli vinegar can brighten the flavours and add acidity to the sauce.

Add a crunchy topping

Sesame seeds or crushed peanuts can introduce another texture to the finished bowl.

Keep additions balanced so they complement rather than overwhelm the Korean-style sauce.

Why This Is a Great Quick Lunch

This recipe takes approximately 15 minutes and serves two, according to Moi Soi's current recipe page.

That makes it practical for busy weekdays when you want something more interesting than a basic noodle dish.

The preparation is also straightforward. Boil and rinse the noodles, mix them with sauce and chilli oil, prepare the toppings and assemble.

Moi Soi's Shirataki Udon Noodles are also designed for quick meals and can be used in noodle bowls, salads and stir-fries.

More Ways to Use Shirataki Noodles

If you enjoy this Korean bibim-inspired bowl, there are plenty of other ways to use shirataki noodles.

For another quick option, try a Shirataki Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce, which combines shirataki noodles with vegetables, tofu, Hot Garlic Sauce and Sichuan Chilli Oil.

You can also explore Moi Soi's collection of Asian noodle recipes, which currently includes Korean Bibim Shirataki Bowl, Shirataki Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce, Korean Spicy Udon Noodles and other noodle dishes.