Simplified Korean Weight Loss Meal: Bibimguksu, Marinated Spinach Banchan, and Soy Braised Brisket

Bibimguksu:

1. Thinly slice lettuce, then julienne the cucumbers, carrots, and red cabbage.
2. Cook somyeon noodles according to package instructions. 
3. Add the noodles to a serving bowl, then top with the veggies, soft boiled egg, sesame oil, and sesame seeds. 
4. Add bibim sauce and mix thoroughly. 

Marinated Spinach Banchan:

1. Boil 8 cups of water in a large pot.
2. Blanch the spinach for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
3. Strain and rinse in cold water.
4. Squeeze out the water and cut into small pieces.
5. Mix the spinach with garlic, green onion, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and sesame seeds in a mixing bowl.

Korean Soy Braised Brisket:

1. Cut the brisket into smaller pieces.
2. In a pot add 8 cups of water, radish, garlic, white part of scallions, and onion; bring to a boil for 5 minutes over medium high.
3. Add the meat and bring to a boil, then reduce to medium and boil for 30 minutes.
4. Strain the liquid and discard the veggies. 
5. Add 2.5 cups of broth back into the pot, the meat, plus the soy sauce and mirin.
6. Bring to a boil again and reduce to medium for about 20 more minutes.
7. Add the peppers and eggs for a final 10 minutes.