Quick Kimchi Fried Rice Tasty and Simple Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 cups day-old cooked rice
- 1 cup kimchi, chopped
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 pieces green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small carrot, diced
- 0.5 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
- 2 pieces eggs
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- to taste salt and pepper
- for garnish sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced garlic and diced carrot, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the carrot is slightly tender.
- Stir in the chopped kimchi and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the kimchi to caramelize slightly.
- Add the cooked rice, breaking apart any clumps, and stir-fry everything together for about 4-5 minutes, ensuring the rice is evenly coated and heated through.
- Push the fried rice to one side of the skillet. Pour the eggs into the cleared side and scramble them until fully cooked, then mix them into the rice.
- Add the peas and green onions, along with the soy sauce and sesame oil. Stir everything together for another minute or so.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as necessary.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with sesame seeds for garnish, and serve hot.
💡 Chef's Notes
Use day-old rice for the best texture.