Delicious Leftover Japchae Rice Bowl (Baek Jong-won Style)
How to Make Japchae Rice Bowl with Leftover Japchae – Simple Holiday Meal Menu (feat. Fried Egg & Kimchi)
If you have leftover japchae, stir-fry it until tender, top with a fried egg, and create a delicious rice bowl! It’s a perfect way to utilize leftovers.
Ingredients- Leftover Japchae: About 1 serving (adjust quantity to your preference)
- Water: 1/2 cup (approx. 100ml)
- Soy Sauce: 2/3 Tbsp (approx. 10ml, adjust sweetness and saltiness to taste)
- Sesame Oil: 1/2 Tbsp (approx. 7.5ml, for nutty aroma)
- Egg: 1 (for frying)
- Cooked Rice: 1 serving (warmed)
- Sesame Seeds: A pinch (for garnish, optional)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s make the perfect topping for your japchae rice bowl: a delicious fried egg! Heat a lightly oiled pan over medium heat. Crack the egg into the pan. Cook it to your desired doneness – sunny-side up, over easy, or fully cooked. Frying the edges until slightly crispy adds a delightful texture.
Step 2
You can reuse the same pan used for the egg to save on washing up and add extra flavor! Add chopped green onions to the pan and stir-fry over medium-low heat until fragrant. Once the aroma of the scallions is released, add your leftover japchae. Pour in 1/2 cup (about 100ml) of water. Adding water will help the japchae become tender and moist, preventing it from being dry.
Step 3
Now it’s time to add the savory flavors! Add 2/3 Tbsp (about 10ml) of soy sauce and 1/2 Tbsp (about 7.5ml) of sesame oil to the japchae. You can adjust the amount of soy sauce and sesame oil based on the original seasoning of the japchae and your personal preference for saltiness and flavor. Stir-fry quickly over medium heat to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed. Be careful not to overcook, as this can make the japchae tough.
Step 4
Everything is ready! Place the warm, cooked rice into a serving bowl. Generously spoon the stir-fried japchae over the rice. Finally, top it all off with the crispy fried egg you prepared earlier and sprinkle a pinch of sesame seeds for an extra nutty flavor. Your delicious and visually appealing Japchae Rice Bowl is complete! Enjoy it with a side of refreshing kimchi.
