Watch this Printer Churn Out Delicious Kimbap

On a recent visit to Korea, popular social media content creator Ashley Yi stumbled upon the future of Korean cuisine. A craving for local eats led her to a spot where she discovered that the art of kimbap making had been upgraded via an automated printing machine.  

Kimbap, also known as gimbap, are Korean rice rolls that look very similar to sushi but are in fact, totally different. The Korean rolls are made using sesame oil in the rice along with various fillings that range from meats, eggs and cheese. Rather than soy sauce and wasabi, they’re usually accompanied by kimchi and other pickled vegetables.

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Mesmerized, Ashley Yi got a front row presentation of the kimbap printing machine while she waited in mouthwatering anticipation. In the first part of the process, the machine printed out nori paper, allowing the cook to add their choice of filling. Yi said the kimbap was huge and reminded her of a burrito as the filling was added. Next, the machine rolled them all up tight, ensuring the tasty insides were safe and sound. 

Adding the final touch, an adjacent attachment cut the kimbap up in only a second, wowing Yi and friends by making three orders in minutes. Only thing left to do was to sit back and enjoy the noms.