Spam and Aged Kimchi Stir-Fry: A Delicious Side Dish Recipe
Spam and Aged Kimchi Stir-Fry: A Delicious Side Dish Recipe
Sweet & Tangy! Spam Aged Kimchi Stir-Fry Will Make You Devour Rice 🍚
We’ve created a delightful stir-fry using well-aged, fermented kimchi combined with Spam, a favorite among kids! This simple yet deeply flavorful dish is perfect as a hearty side dish or a convenient lunchbox item. The rich taste of aged kimchi and the savory umami of Spam together will have you reaching for more rice, and then more!
Main Ingredients- Aged Kimchi (about 2 sections from 1/2 cabbage)
- Spam or Richem (large size) 1 can
- Green Onion 1/2 stalk
Seasoning Ingredients- Olive Oil 2-3 Tbsp
- Soy Sauce 2 Tbsp
- Minced Garlic 1 tsp
- Sugar 1.5-2 Tbsp (adjust based on kimchi’s sourness)
- Sesame Oil 1 Tbsp
- Sesame Seeds a pinch
- Olive Oil 2-3 Tbsp
- Soy Sauce 2 Tbsp
- Minced Garlic 1 tsp
- Sugar 1.5-2 Tbsp (adjust based on kimchi’s sourness)
- Sesame Oil 1 Tbsp
- Sesame Seeds a pinch
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the Aged Kimchi: Gently rinse the well-fermented aged kimchi under running water and remove any outer leaves. Then, cut it into bite-sized pieces (about 2-3 cm). The unique tangy and deep flavor of aged kimchi will enhance the dish.
Step 2
Prepare the Spam (Richem): Slice the large can of Spam or Richem into about 0.5cm thick pieces, cut into bite-sized squares. Tip! Briefly blanching the sliced Spam in boiling water (for less than 10 seconds) will help neutralize excessive saltiness and remove excess oil and any unwanted odors, resulting in a cleaner taste.
Step 3
Slice the Green Onion: Prepare half a stalk of green onion and slice it diagonally. The fragrant aroma of the green onion will further enrich the flavor of the stir-fried kimchi.
Step 4
Begin Stir-Frying: Heat 2-3 Tbsp of olive oil in a pan. Add the prepared aged kimchi and sliced Spam (Richem). Then, add 1 tsp of minced garlic and 1.5-2 Tbsp of sugar. Stir-fry over high heat for about 7-8 minutes, ensuring all ingredients are well combined. Tip! Adjust the amount of sugar based on how sour or salty your kimchi is. If your aged kimchi is very sour or salty, you might not need to add soy sauce, or you can adjust other seasonings accordingly.
Step 5
Finishing Touches: Once the ingredients are nicely stir-fried, add the sliced green onion, 1 Tbsp of sesame oil, and a pinch of sesame seeds. Stir-fry quickly over high heat for another 1-2 minutes. The nutty aroma of sesame oil and seeds will signal that your delicious Spam Aged Kimchi Stir-Fry is ready!
Step 6
Serving and Usage Tips: This perfectly cooked Spam Aged Kimchi Stir-Fry offers a harmonious blend of tangy kimchi and savory Spam, making it an excellent rice accompaniment. Placing it on top of warm rice makes it a true rice thief! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. It’s also a fantastic ingredient for fried rice or kimchi pancakes!
