Spaceship Kimchi Fried Rice
Pantry Raid! Super Easy & Cute Spaceship-Shaped Kimchi Fried Rice Recipe
Let’s make Kimchi Fried Rice that looks as delicious as it tastes, with an adorable spaceship shape that will surely delight your eyes!
Main Ingredients
- 1/4 head of Kimchi (well-fermented)
- 3 Eggs
- 1-2 bowls of Rice (warm)
- 3 Tbsp Cooking Oil
- 1 handful of Green Onions
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the star ingredient: well-fermented kimchi. Wash 1/4 head of kimchi, drain it thoroughly, and finely chop it into bite-sized pieces (about 0.5 cm wide). The slightly sour and sweet flavor of the kimchi is key to the fried rice, so use kimchi that has a good balance of acidity. Finely chop the green onions to make aromatic green onion oil.
Step 2
Now, let’s start making the fried rice. Heat 3 tablespoons of cooking oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Add the chopped green onions and slowly stir-fry until fragrant, creating a delicious green onion oil. This initial step will deeply enhance the overall flavor of the fried rice.
Step 3
Once the green onion aroma is released, add the chopped kimchi to the pan. Increase the heat to high and stir-fry until the kimchi becomes translucent and tender. Be careful not to burn the kimchi while stir-frying. Thoroughly stir-frying the kimchi is crucial for a delicious fried rice without any raw taste.
Step 4
When the kimchi is sufficiently stir-fried, it’s time for seasoning. Add 1 teaspoon of gochujang, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 2 tablespoons of corn salad for extra flavor. Stir-fry everything together. The sugar balances the kimchi’s sourness and adds umami, while the corn salad brings sweetness and nuttiness. This seasoning is similar to making regular kimchi fried rice.
Step 5
It’s time to adjust the seasoning. Since kimchi itself is salty, taste the mixture and add a pinch of salt if needed. The amount of salt will vary depending on the kimchi’s saltiness, so always taste and adjust. Finally, add 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds and mix everything well.
Step 6
Gather the kimchi fried rice to one side of the pan. You’ll need to create space around the edges of the pan to pour the egg mixture. Tilting the pan slightly and drizzling a little oil along the edges will help the egg spread evenly and prevent sticking.
Step 7
Crack 3 eggs into a bowl, remove the chalazae (the white stringy bits), and whisk them well to create an egg wash. Pour the whisked egg mixture in a circle around the edges of the pan, creating a shape similar to the rim of a spaceship.
Step 8
Now, reduce the heat to very low. Cook the egg mixture over low heat, allowing it to set gently without sticking to the bottom of the pan. Wait patiently until the egg is fully cooked. This will form the outer shell of your spaceship.
Step 9
Finally, place the warm rice on top of the prepared kimchi fried rice and shape it. Arrange it beautifully to create your ‘Spaceship Kimchi Fried Rice’! It’s visually appealing and incredibly delicious, sure to be loved by both kids and adults. Make your mealtime special with this fun and tasty dish!
