Crunchy Chonggak Kimchi Fried Rice Recipe
A Unique Twist! Special Fried Rice Made with Chonggak Kimchi
Tired of ordinary kimchi fried rice? Enjoy a special meal with this Chonggak Kimchi fried rice, bursting with crunchy texture and savory flavor. We’ve included a great tip for deliciously using up leftover Chonggak Kimchi from your fridge!
Key Ingredients
- 200g Chonggak Kimchi (well-fermented is best)
- 100g ground pork (you can substitute with pork belly or shoulder)
- 1 bowl of warm rice (cold rice works too!)
- 1 egg (a sunny-side-up is recommended)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Rinse the Chonggak Kimchi well and drain. Chop it into bite-sized pieces, not too finely, to preserve its satisfying crunch. Reserve about 1-2 tablespoons of the kimchi juice.
Step 2
Pat the ground pork dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Prepare it so it doesn’t clump together when cooking. (Tip: Marinating the pork with a little cooking wine or pepper beforehand can help reduce any gamey odors.)
Step 3
Heat a pan with a little cooking oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and stir-fry until the surface turns white. Sautéing the pork enough to render its fat is key.
Step 4
Once the pork is nicely browned, add the chopped Chonggak Kimchi and the reserved kimchi juice to the pan. Stir-fry to combine the sweet and tangy flavor of the kimchi with the pork.
Step 5
Continue stir-frying, letting the kimchi and pork simmer together over medium-low heat until the liquid slightly reduces. Be careful not to overcook, as this can diminish the kimchi’s crisp texture.
Step 6
When the liquid has reduced to a saucy consistency, add the bowl of warm rice. Gently break up the rice with a spatula and mix it evenly with the kimchi and pork.
Step 7
Stir-fry everything together over low heat until the rice is well combined with the kimchi and pork. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully into each grain of rice. (Tip: A splash of soy sauce or oyster sauce can be added for extra flavor, if desired.)
Step 8
Your Chonggak Kimchi fried rice, featuring the vibrant red of the kimchi and the savory pork, is now ready! It’s best enjoyed while hot.
Step 9
Finally, top the fried rice with a sunny-side-up egg, if you like. Breaking the yolk and mixing it into the rice creates an incredibly delicious experience.
