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A Little Piece of London in Seoul: Bittersalt, a Pet-Friendly Terrace Cafe (Songridan-gil)

Aloha~ 🌺   Today, I’m introducing a hidden gem in Songridan-gil that is absolutely perfect for this warm spring weather! It’s a house-converted cafe with a massive outdoor terrace, and it’s even pet-friendly. Here is my honest review of 'Bittersalt', a cafe filled with a relaxing, European vibe~ How is everyone’s week going? The weather has been so gorgeous lately that it feels like a waste to stay indoors. While looking for a sunlit cafe with a nice terrace for my hangout in Songridan-gil, I stumbled upon 'Bittersalt'! 1. European Vibe Reminiscent of Hampstead Heath, London 🏡 Bittersalt is a cafe built by fully renovating an old house. While most cafes in Songridan-gil are quite small and crowded, I was completely shocked by how spacious their front yard terrace is! From the exterior to the interior details, it instantly reminded me of the old, cozy pubs right in front of Hampstead Heath park from back when I lived in London. It’s a space filled with a charming, vint...
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Quick & Healthy 10-Minute Mushroom Bibimbap (Korean Recipe)

Aloha! 🌺 It’s Jihye in Seoul.

Welcome back to my kitchen! Sometimes we all have those days where we are incredibly busy but still craving something hearty, healthy, and delightfully spicy. For me, balancing my freelance design work and taking care of my child means I need quick, reliable recipes that don't compromise on taste.

Today, I’m sharing my ultimate lifesaver: 10-Minute Mushroom Bibimbap. I guarantee you can make this in just 10 minutes if you have cooked rice ready. Isn't it amazing? Let's get started!

A colorful bowl of Korean Mushroom Bibimbap topped with a fried egg, seaweed, and red Gochujang sauce.




🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2)

  • Mushrooms: 1/2 pack of Oyster mushrooms & 1 pack of Enoki mushrooms (Honestly, any kind of mushroom you have in your fridge will work perfectly!)

  • Sesame Oil: 2 Tbsp

  • Seasoning: Just a pinch of salt & pepper

  • Rice: 2 bowls of cooked rice (steamed white or brown rice)

  • Eggs: 2 organic eggs

  • Sauce: Gochujang (Korean red pepper paste) - Add as much as you can handle!

  • Garnish (Optional): Shredded sushi seaweed & Chopped green onions

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Sauté the Mushrooms Heat a pan over medium heat. Add the sesame oil and stir-fry your mushrooms. Add just a pinch of salt and pepper. (Pro tip: Since Gochujang is quite salty, try not to over-salt the mushrooms at this stage!)

Fresh oyster and enoki mushrooms being sautéed in a pan with fragrant sesame oil.




2. Evaporate the Moisture Cook the mushrooms until all the water released from them has completely evaporated. This concentrates their earthy flavor and gives them a great chewy texture.

Cook the mushrooms until all the water released from them.


3. Fry the Eggs While the mushrooms are cooking, use another pan to fry your eggs. A sunny-side-up egg with a runny yolk is highly recommended for Bibimbap!

4. Assemble Your Bowl In a large serving bowl, place a generous scoop of cooked rice. Top it with the sautéed mushrooms, your beautiful fried egg, and a dollop of spicy Gochujang.

5. Garnish and Serve Sprinkle shredded seaweed and chopped green onions on top if you have them. (I skipped the green onions this time, and it was still delicious!)

Mixing the rice, mushrooms, egg, and spicy Gochujang together in a bowl.


💡 Fun Fact: What does "Bibim" mean?

Did you know the word "Bibim" (비빔) literally means "to mix" in Korean? You can make Bibimbap with almost any ingredients you love. Just throw your favorite veggies, proteins, and Gochujang into a bowl, and mix it all up!

A spoon, full of happiness, bibimbap!


If you enjoyed this, make sure to check out my other creative Bibimbap recipes from the archives:

  • 🐟 Tuna Bibimbap

  • 🍉 Watermelon Rind Bibimbap (Yes, it's a thing!)

  • 🍣 Ahi Sashimi Bibimbap

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📍 Recipe Information

  • Category: Quick Home Cooking / Vegetarian-Friendly (if you remove the egg)

  • Prep & Cook Time: 10 Minutes

  • Spice Level: 🔥 (Adjustable depending on Gochujang)

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