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Kimchi Fried Rice

Savory Kimchi Fried Rice: A Quick Comfort Food Delight

Homemade Kimchi Fried Rice is a quick, delicious meal featuring tangy kimchi, rich umami flavors, and fluffy rice, perfect for busy nights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Fried Rice
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral Cooking Oil Vegetable, canola, or grapeseed oil work well.
  • 1 medium White Onion Provides a sweet, aromatic base flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated) Fresh ginger is recommended.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Use fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter Can be replaced with margarine or oil.
  • 4 cups Day Old White Rice (chilled) Key for perfect fried rice texture.
  • 1 cup Kimchi Adjust based on your heat preference.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas and Carrots Can substitute with mixed frozen vegetables.
  • ¼ cup Kimchi Juice Enhances the overall kimchi flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Kikkoman® Soy Sauce Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 tablespoon Kikkoman® Fish Sauce Offers umami complexity.
  • 1 tablespoon Kikkoman® Sesame Oil For a fragrant finish.
  • 1 large Egg Frying or scrambling adds richness.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion (chopped) Provides freshness on top.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • small bowl
  • Non-stick pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Kimchi Fried Rice
  1. Measure out your kimchi and strain it to collect about ¼ cup of kimchi juice. In a small bowl, combine this kimchi juice with Kikkoman® Soy Sauce, Kikkoman® Fish Sauce, and Kikkoman® Sesame Oil. Mix well and set aside.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of neutral cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped white onion and sauté for approximately 3 minutes, until soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in 1 tablespoon of grated ginger and 2 cloves of minced garlic into the skillet. Continue to cook for another minute, stirring constantly until fragrant.
  4. Add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter to the skillet, allowing it to melt and coat the aromatics. Stir in 4 cups of chilled day-old white rice, breaking up any clumps.
  5. Fold in your strained kimchi along with 1 cup of frozen peas and carrots. Let this cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
  6. Pour the sauce mixture over the fried rice and stir thoroughly to incorporate. Allow the rice to cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize slightly.
  7. Crack an egg into a separate non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Fry the egg until the white is set and yolk remains slightly runny, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Spoon the Kimchi Fried Rice onto serving plates and top each portion with the fried egg. Sprinkle with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use day-old, chilled rice for best texture. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid soggy rice. Adjust kimchi quantity based on spice tolerance.

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