Delicious and savory Kimchi Fried Rice recipe

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Delicious and savory Kimchi Fried Rice recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on February 25, 2024

Kimchi Bokeumbab is a popular Korean dish made with kimchi, rice, vegetables, and protein of your choice. It's a quick and easy meal that combines spicy, tangy, and savory flavors in one satisfying dish.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 cup kimchi, chopped
  • 1/2 cup kimchi juice
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add garlic, onion, and carrot, sauté until vegetables are tender.
  3. Add kimchi and cook for 3-4 minutes, until slightly caramelized.
  4. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add beaten eggs to the empty side.
  5. Scramble the eggs until cooked, then mix with the vegetables.
  6. Add cooked rice, kimchi juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, and gochujang to the skillet.
  7. Stir-fry everything together for 5-6 minutes, until well combined and heated through.
  8. Add frozen peas and green onions, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Kimchi Bokeumbab!

Interesting Facts

  • Kimchi Bokeumbab is a great way to use up leftover rice and kimchi.
  • Kimchi is a traditional Korean side dish made of fermented vegetables, usually cabbage and radishes.
  • Gochujang is a spicy and savory Korean chili paste that adds depth of flavor to Korean dishes.