Nostalgic Gochujang Kimchi Fried Rice
Nostalgic Gochujang Kimchi Fried Rice
Spicy and Delicious! Gochujang Kimchi Fried Rice Recipe Reminiscent of Dad’s Cooking
When I was little, the kimchi fried rice my dad used to make tasted different from my mom’s. The secret was the addition of gochujang! Do you want to dive into my childhood memories of gochujang kimchi fried rice, which I used to share with my dad while sweating from the spicy flavor? This recipe is simple yet delivers a deep, satisfying flavor.
Main Ingredients- Rice 110g (warmed)
- Well-fermented Kimchi 47g (chopped into bite-sized pieces)
- Onion 36g (finely minced)
- Scallion 13g (thinly sliced)
Seasoning & Other Ingredients- Gochujang (Korean chili paste) 1 Tbsp
- Oligosaccharide 1 tsp (or sugar)
- Soy Sauce 1 tsp
- Cooking Oil 15g (approx. 1 Tbsp)
- Gochujang (Korean chili paste) 1 Tbsp
- Oligosaccharide 1 tsp (or sugar)
- Soy Sauce 1 tsp
- Cooking Oil 15g (approx. 1 Tbsp)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the kimchi. Using scissors makes chopping the kimchi quick and easy. Chop it into bite-sized pieces, not too fine, so there’s a nice texture.
Step 2
Peel and finely mince the onion. Minced onion blends well into the fried rice and adds a subtle sweetness.
Step 3
Place a frying pan over high heat and add the cooking oil (15g). Let the pan heat up sufficiently; stir-frying ingredients in a hot pan is key to delicious fried rice.
Step 4
Once the pan is hot, add the thinly sliced scallions and stir-fry. Cook for 1-2 minutes over medium heat until fragrant. This step infuses the oil with a wonderful scallion aroma, creating a flavorful base for the dish.
Step 5
When the scallions are fragrant, add the minced kimchi. Lower the heat to medium to prevent burning. Stir-fry the kimchi until it softens and is about 70% cooked.
Step 6
Once the kimchi is partially cooked, add the minced onion. Stir-fry together with the kimchi until the onion becomes translucent.
Step 7
Gather the cooked kimchi and onion mixture to one side of the frying pan. This creates space to sauté the seasonings.
Step 8
Pour the soy sauce (1 tsp) into the empty space in the pan. As the soy sauce sizzles and caramelizes slightly, it develops a smoky aroma that enhances the fried rice’s flavor.
Step 9
Once the soy sauce aroma is released, add the gochujang (1 Tbsp) and stir-fry it with the other ingredients. The rich, spicy flavor of gochujang is the star of this fried rice.
Step 10
Reduce the heat to low to prevent the gochujang from burning. Stir everything well to combine the ingredients without scorching the paste.
Step 11
Now, add the warmed rice (110g). Use a ladle or spatula to gently break up the rice clumps and mix it thoroughly with the seasonings. Ensure the seasoning coats every grain of rice evenly. Stir-fry gently to prevent the rice from becoming mushy.
Step 12
Your delicious Gochujang Kimchi Fried Rice is ready when all the ingredients are well combined and a wonderful aroma fills the air! Serve hot and enjoy. For an extra treat, consider adding a fried egg or some shredded seaweed on top.
