Spam Kimchi Fried Rice (Kid-Friendly)
A Delicious One-Dish Meal: Simple Kimchi Fried Rice
We’ve added savory spam to this simple kimchi fried rice recipe, making it a dish even picky eaters will love. It’s a quick and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.
Main Ingredients- 300g Napa Cabbage Kimchi (well-fermented)
- 2 small cans Spam
- 1 small Onion
- 4 bowls Kamut Rice (warmed)
Seasoning- 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Tbsp Oyster Sauce (or Soy Sauce)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 tsp Sesame Oil
- 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Tbsp Oyster Sauce (or Soy Sauce)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 tsp Sesame Oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Chop the kimchi into bite-sized pieces, about 1 to 1.5 cm. If you want to avoid using a cutting board or worrying about kimchi juice stains, you can conveniently cut it directly with scissors inside a rice bowl, which also minimizes washing up.
Step 2
Dice the Spam into small cubes, similar in size to the chopped kimchi. The rich, savory flavor of the canned ham will add a deep taste to your fried rice.
Step 3
Peel and finely mince the onion. Minced onion releases its natural sweetness when cooked, enhancing the overall flavor of the fried rice.
Step 4
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped kimchi and minced onion, then stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and the kimchi softens.
Step 5
To the kimchi and onion mixture in the pan, add the oyster sauce and sugar. Increase the heat to high and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes. The umami from the oyster sauce and the subtle sweetness from the sugar balance the tanginess of the kimchi. (You can substitute soy sauce for oyster sauce if preferred.)
Step 6
Add the warmed rice to the pan. Gently break up any clumps of rice with your spatula and mix it thoroughly with the kimchi and sauce mixture. Cook over medium-low heat, ensuring the rice doesn’t burn.
Step 7
Continue to stir-fry for about 3 more minutes until the rice is well combined with the seasoning. Turn off the heat and drizzle with sesame oil for a final touch. This simple and delicious kimchi fried rice, loved by kids, is now ready! Using kamut rice adds a delightful chewy texture, making this dish even more satisfying. Enjoy!
