Spam Kimchi Fried Rice: Enhanced Flavor with Scallion Oil!
The Ultimate Kimchi Fried Rice Recipe with Spam and Scallion Oil
Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Spam Kimchi Fried Rice you can make at home. The combination of well-fermented kimchi, savory Spam, and aromatic scallion oil creates an incredible flavor profile. This dish is a breeze to make with just rice, kimchi, and Spam – a perfect meal! It’s also a fantastic snack for kids or a satisfying lunch. Served with a perfectly fried sunny-side-up egg to mix in, it’s an unforgettable taste experience.
Main Ingredients- 200g Spam
- 1 stalk green onion
- 1/2 onion
- 2 Tbsp cooking oil
- 1 cup well-fermented kimchi (chopped)
- 2.5 bowls warm cooked rice
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- Eggs (for sunny-side-up fried eggs)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 200g of Spam. Place the Spam in a plastic bag and crush it with your hands until it’s well-mashed. This helps the seasonings penetrate better, making it more flavorful. The key is to mash it smoothly without large chunks.
Step 2
In a pan, finely chop 1 green onion and mince 1/2 onion. Add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil. Pre-making the scallion oil will significantly deepen the flavor of your kimchi fried rice.
Step 3
Heat the pan over medium heat and stir-fry the green onions and onions to release their fragrant oil. Once the sweet aroma of the scallions and the flavor of the onions have infused into the oil, add 1 cup of the chopped kimchi.
Step 4
Stir-fry the kimchi thoroughly with the scallion oil until well combined. The kimchi will absorb the oil, bringing out its unique umami. If your kimchi is too sour, you can add a tiny pinch of sugar.
Step 5
Now, add the mashed Spam and stir-fry it together with the kimchi until evenly mixed. It’s important to stir-fry everything together so that the salty flavor of the Spam is well distributed throughout the kimchi and rice.
Step 6
Finally, add 2.5 bowls of warm cooked rice and stir-fry until the ingredients are evenly mixed with each grain of rice. Use a spatula to gently break up any clumps of rice as you stir-fry.
Step 7
Finish by sprinkling 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds over the top and stir-frying once more. Serve the finished kimchi fried rice in a bowl. For an extra delicious touch, top it with a sunny-side-up fried egg and mix it all together! This is also a perfect lunch option during the kids’ winter break.
