Recipe
Get Your Korean Food Fix With This Easy Kimchi Fried Rice Recipe
If you’re looking for a quick, easy, and filling Asian dish to make at home, try this kimchi fried rice recipe.
Kimchi, a popular Korean side dish, is a rising food trend in the United States and will provide the micronutrients to help power through your day. Kimchi is a source of vitamin A, vitamin C, fiber, and probiotics to balance your intestinal system. The sour zing of kimchi provides a nice change from typical fried rice, and the fragrant aroma will remain in the room even after you’re done cooking.
#SpoonTip: Top off your kimchi fried rice with a fried egg, gim, and sesame seeds. You can also throw in your choice of meat or tofu as a source of protein.
Kimchi Fried Rice
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 3 servings
- Easy
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup kimchi
- 2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cup rice
- 2 scallions
Step 1
Dice the onions, mince the garlic, and chop the scallion.
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Step 2
Grease a large saucepan with oil and toss in the onions, garlic, and a pinch of salt. Cook until the onions soften and turn brown.
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Step 3
Add the kimchi and cook for a few minutes until the kimchi turns crisp at the edges.
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Step 4
Add the rice, sesame oil, and scallion. Stir thoroughly and cook for about five minutes.
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Step 5
Enjoy!
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