Hearty and Delicious Sausage Kimchi Fried Rice
Hearty and Delicious Sausage Kimchi Fried Rice
Simple and Flavorful Sausage Kimchi Fried Rice Recipe
Whip up a satisfying meal with ingredients you already have! This recipe for Sausage Kimchi Fried Rice is a fantastic way to create a wonderful meal with minimal effort. Discover the magical fried rice that everyone, from kids to adults, will adore – the perfect combination of popping sausages and crunchy kimchi!
Fried Rice Ingredients- 400g cooked rice (about 2 bowls)
- 200g sausage (choose your favorite type)
- 200g well-fermented kimchi
- 100g kimchi juice (the secret to flavor!)
- 4 Tbsp cooking oil
- 1 stalk green onion (finely chopped)
- 1 onion (finely diced)
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes, adjust to taste)
- 0.5 Tbsp sugar (adjust based on kimchi sweetness)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil (for extra nuttiness!)
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the vegetables that will add aroma to your fried rice. Finely chop the green onion and peel and dice the onion into small pieces. This preparation helps prevent burning and enhances the vegetables’ flavors while cooking.
Step 2
Next, finely chop the main ingredient, sausage, into bite-sized pieces. If they are too large, they might not integrate well with the rice, so cutting them about 0.5cm thick will ensure they blend nicely into the fried rice.
Step 3
Kimchi, responsible for the crunchy and spicy taste, is also crucial! Finely mince the kimchi using a knife. Mincing it as small as possible ensures it mixes well with the rice grains, making the fried rice texture even better.
Step 4
Now, let’s get started on making the fried rice. Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add about 4 tablespoons of cooking oil. Prepare to create some fragrant scallion oil.
Step 5
Add the diced onion and chopped green onion to the pan and stir-fry over medium-low heat until fragrant. Once the onions become translucent and the green onions release a sweet aroma, add the sausages and continue to stir-fry. Cooking the sausages until they are golden brown will make them even more delicious.
Step 6
Once the onions, green onions, and sausages are somewhat cooked, add the finely minced kimchi and stir-fry them together. Adding kimchi while stir-frying significantly enhances the fried rice’s spicy flavor and umami.
Step 7
Stir-fry all the ingredients over high heat for about 5 to 6 minutes. As the ingredients meld together, the distinct smell of kimchi will dissipate, and a delicious fried rice aroma will develop.
Step 8
It’s time to add the rice. Add 400g of warm cooked rice (approximately 2 bowls) and break up any clumps, mixing it well with the ingredients. It’s best to stir-fry gently with a spatula to prevent the rice grains from sticking together.
Step 9
Add 0.5 tablespoon of sugar to enhance the sweetness. Adjust the amount based on the sourness or sweetness of your kimchi.
Step 10
Add 1 tablespoon of chili flakes for a spicy kick. If you’re making this for children, you can reduce the amount or omit it entirely.
Step 11
Add 1 tablespoon of gochujang for a deep, savory flavor. Stir and cook well to ensure the gochujang is fully mixed with the rice without clumping.
Step 12
The key to this fried rice! Add 100g of kimchi juice. Kimchi juice plays a vital role by adding deep flavor and moisture to the fried rice.
Step 13
Now, stir everything together, ensuring all the seasonings and ingredients are evenly mixed with the rice. It’s important to coat each grain of rice thoroughly with the seasoning.
Step 14
Just before turning off the heat, drizzle in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil for a rich, nutty aroma. Adding sesame oil at the end preserves its fragrance, making it more pronounced.
Step 15
Finally, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds to complete the appetizing presentation. Your delicious Sausage Kimchi Fried Rice is ready! Enjoy it while it’s warm.
