Spicy & Savory Kimchi Egg Fried Rice
The Ultimate Comfort Meal: Detailed Kimchi Egg Fried Rice Recipe
This Kimchi Egg Fried Rice is a delightful dish where the spicy crunch of kimchi meets the soft, fluffy scrambled eggs, creating a richer and more satisfying flavor. Made with simple ingredients, it’s a perfect quick meal for busy days.
Main Ingredients- 1 Ladle of Well-Fermented Kimchi (approx. 150g, finely chopped)
- 2 Fresh Eggs
- 1.5 Bowls of Warm Cooked Rice (approx. 300g)
- A pinch of Toasted Sesame Seeds (for garnish)
Seasonings & Flavorings- 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce (Guk-ganjang or regular soy sauce)
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil (for nutty aroma)
- 0.5 Tbsp Dashida (or chicken stock, for extra umami!)
- 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce (Guk-ganjang or regular soy sauce)
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil (for nutty aroma)
- 0.5 Tbsp Dashida (or chicken stock, for extra umami!)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Heat 1-2 Tbsp of cooking oil in a preheated pan over medium heat. Add the chopped kimchi (1 ladleful) and stir-fry until it becomes translucent. If your kimchi is particularly sour, you can add a tiny pinch of sugar.
Step 2
Once the kimchi is nicely sautéed, add the warm cooked rice (1.5 bowls). Use a spatula to break up any clumps and mix the rice thoroughly with the kimchi. It’s important to ensure the rice grains are separated.
Step 3
Drizzle 1 Tbsp of sesame oil over the rice for a nutty fragrance. Adding sesame oil later helps preserve its aroma.
Step 4
Pour 2 Tbsp of soy sauce around the edges of the pan and stir-fry it with the rice. The soy sauce will slightly caramelize from the heat, adding a deeper flavor. Adjust the amount of soy sauce based on its saltiness.
Step 5
Push the fried rice to one side of the pan, creating a clear space in the center. Add about 1 Tbsp of cooking oil (like olive oil) to this cleared space. This step is for cooking the eggs gently.
Step 6
Carefully crack the 2 prepared eggs into the center space, trying not to break the yolks. Once the egg whites begin to set, gently scramble them with chopsticks or a spatula until cooked through.
Step 7
When the eggs are partially cooked, gently mix them with the rice and continue to stir-fry. Now, add 0.5 Tbsp of Dashida (or your preferred umami seasoning) and stir-fry once more until all ingredients are well combined. You can adjust the amount of Dashida or omit it according to your preference.
Step 8
Transfer the delicious Kimchi Egg Fried Rice to a serving plate. Finish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for a beautiful presentation and added nutty flavor. Enjoy your perfectly cooked, flavorful Kimchi Egg Fried Rice while it’s hot!
