Perfect for a Rainy Day! Simple and Delicious Kimchi Fried Rice Recipe
Kimchi Fried Rice
With all the heavy rain in various places lately, I’m a bit worried… I truly hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable summer vacation, free from any trouble! Especially when it’s raining or you don’t feel like cooking much, Kimchi Fried Rice is a wonderfully simple and delicious choice! The savory Spam and tangy, sweet kimchi combine to create a rice dish that’s incredibly appetizing. Here’s an easy-to-follow recipe for Kimchi Fried Rice.
Ingredients- 2 cups fermented kimchi, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 bowls cooked rice (warm up cold rice in the microwave if needed)
- 3 Tbsp kimchi brine
- 1/2 small can Spam, diced
- 1/2 large green onion, thinly sliced
- 1 Tbsp butter
- 2 Tbsp cooking oil
- 1 Tbsp perilla oil (deulgireum)
- 0.5 Tbsp sesame seeds
- 0.3 Tbsp sugar (adjust based on the sourness of your kimchi)
- A little shredded seaweed for garnish
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, dice the Spam into small cubes and thinly slice the green onion. Preparing your ingredients beforehand will significantly speed up your cooking process.
Step 2
Use scissors to chop the kimchi into small, manageable pieces. Measure out the kimchi brine separately and set it aside. The kimchi brine will add a wonderful depth of flavor to your fried rice.
Step 3
Now, let’s start making the fried rice. Heat a pan over medium-low heat, then add 1 tablespoon of butter and 2 tablespoons of cooking oil. The melting butter will add a lovely buttery aroma.
Step 4
Once the pan is hot, add the thinly sliced green onions and sauté over medium-low heat until fragrant, creating fragrant green onion oil. This step is crucial for developing a delicious base flavor.
Step 5
After the green onion oil is ready, add the diced Spam and stir-fry it together with the green onions. The rendered fat from the Spam will mingle beautifully with the kimchi.
Step 6
Now, add the chopped kimchi to the pan. Mix it well with the Spam and green onions, allowing it to sauté.
Step 7
To balance the sourness of the kimchi and enhance its flavor, add 0.3 tablespoons of sugar and stir-fry until well combined. It’s important to sauté the kimchi until it becomes slightly translucent and tender.
Step 8
Once the kimchi is sufficiently sautéed, add 1.5 bowls of warm cooked rice. Pour the 3 tablespoons of reserved kimchi brine evenly over the rice. The brine will infuse into the rice grains, adding fantastic flavor.
Step 9
Turn the heat up to high and vigorously stir-fry with a spatula, ensuring the rice, kimchi, and Spam are well combined and not clumping. At this stage, add 1 tablespoon of perilla oil for an extra layer of nutty flavor. The key is to stir-fry until the rice grains are separated and slightly toasted.
Step 10
Finally, transfer the fried rice to a serving dish. Sprinkle with 0.5 tablespoons of sesame seeds and a little shredded seaweed for garnish. Your delicious Kimchi Fried Rice is ready! Enjoy it while it’s hot.
