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Kimchi Fried Rice

Savory Kimchi Fried Rice Ready in Just 15 Minutes

This quick and easy Kimchi Fried Rice recipe transforms leftovers into a vibrant dish that’s packed with flavor, ready in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Main Dish
  • 2 tablespoons oil choose vegetable or sesame oil for extra flavor
  • 1 clove garlic finely minced
  • 1/4 small onion finely diced
  • 1/2 cup kimchi cut into small pieces
  • 1 tablespoon kimchi juice
  • 2 cups overnight steamed white rice cold, day-old rice
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil drizzle for added flavor
  • 3 dashes ground black pepper
  • 1 stalk scallion cut into small rounds for garnish

Equipment

  • wok or large skillet

Method
 

How to Make Kimchi Fried Rice
  1. Heat the Oil: Begin by heating a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the oil and make sure it's hot enough to create a little shimmer on the surface.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Once the oil is hot, toss in the minced garlic and diced onion. Sauté them for about 1-2 minutes until they are aromatic and the onion turns translucent.
  3. Add Kimchi: Next, add the kimchi to the pan. Stir quickly to mix it with the garlic and onion, allowing its tangy flavor to awaken, about 2 minutes.
  4. Incorporate Rice: Gently add the overnight steamed white rice to the mixture. Use a spatula to stir and combine well, breaking apart any clumps of rice so that it's evenly coated.
  5. Season and Garnish: Pour in the soy sauce, drizzle the sesame oil, and sprinkle the ground black pepper and scallions. Stir everything together for a few more seconds until well blended.
  6. Serve Immediately: Dish out your beautiful Kimchi Fried Rice onto plates and enjoy it while it's hot and fresh!

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a bit of heat, add a splash of sriracha on top before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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