What's in it
Rice, seaweed, ham, egg, imitation crab (fish), pickled radish, spinach, carrot.
More about Gimbap
Gimbap is the go-to food for picnics and road trips, and gimbap shops (김밥집) sell many kinds — tuna, cheese, bulgogi, kimchi and spicy pork. The roll is brushed with sesame oil and sprinkled with sesame seeds. Eat it the same day: the rice hardens in the fridge.
Good to know
Ask for vegetable gimbap (야채김밥) if you avoid meat — it may still contain egg and imitation crab.
Special diets and allergies
- Vegetarian: usually made with pork and fish, but many places can leave it out — ask.
- Vegan: no — contains egg.
- Pork: contains pork.
- Allergens: Wheat / gluten, Soy, Sesame, Egg, Fish.
Recipes vary between restaurants. If an ingredient matters to you, ask before you order — or show a diet card.
Quick answers
What is Gimbap?
Rice and fillings rolled in dried seaweed and sliced. The basic roll usually has ham, egg, imitation crab, pickled radish and spinach.
Is Gimbap spicy?
No — it is not spicy.
Is Gimbap vegetarian?
Usually made with pork and fish, but many places can leave it out — ask.
Does Gimbap contain pork?
Yes — it contains pork.
Is Gimbap gluten-free?
No — it usually contains wheat (gluten). Recipes vary, so ask if you need to avoid it.
What is Gimbap called in Korean?
김밥, pronounced “gimbap”.