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Quick Kimchi Fried Rice

15-Minute Quick Kimchi Fried Rice – A Flavorful Lifesaver


  • Author: Emma Fleming
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fast and flavorful kimchi fried rice dish with a spicy kick. Perfect for using leftover rice and kimchi.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
  • 1 cup kimchi, chopped
  • 2 tbsp kimchi juice
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 egg (optional)
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add chopped kimchi and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
  4. Mix in gochujang and soy sauce.
  5. Add cooked rice and kimchi juice. Stir well to combine.
  6. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Drizzle with sesame oil and top with green onions.
  8. Fry an egg (optional) and place it on top.
  9. Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

  • Use day-old rice for best texture.
  • Adjust gochujang for preferred spiciness.
  • Add protein like tofu or meat if desired.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: kimchi fried rice, quick meal, Korean food, spicy rice