Savory Stir-Fried Aged Kimchi
Savory Stir-Fried Aged Kimchi
Side Dish Dilemma Solved! Super Simple Stir-Fried Aged Kimchi Recipe
Here’s a recipe for delicious stir-fried aged kimchi that’s guaranteed to whet your appetite. The nutty aroma of perilla oil combined with the deep flavor of aged kimchi makes it a true rice thief! This dish evokes nostalgic flavors from home cooking, and we’ve perfected it to be pleasantly mild and clean-tasting, even for kids. Discover how to make incredibly flavorful aged kimchi without anchovies.
Main Ingredients- 1 head Aged Kimchi (fermented kimchi from the fridge)
- 4 Tbsp Perilla Oil (Korean sesame oil)
- 1/2 Tbsp Sugar (to balance acidity)
- A little Green Onion, finely chopped
- A little Toasted Sesame Seeds (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, rinse the aged kimchi lightly under running water without brushing off the internal seasoning. Be careful not to wash too much, as it can diminish the unique kimchi flavor. Gently squeeze out excess water with your hands, then chop it into bite-sized pieces (about 1-1.5cm wide).
Step 2
Heat a pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of perilla oil. Add the chopped aged kimchi. The key to delicious stir-fried aged kimchi is plenty of perilla oil, which softens the kimchi and adds a wonderful nutty flavor.
Step 3
Stir-fry the aged kimchi over medium-low heat until it becomes tender. If you desire a deeper umami flavor, you can add dried anchovies (with the guts removed) or medium anchovies and stir-fry them together. However, for this recipe, we’re omitting anchovies as the children prefer it that way.
Step 4
If the aged kimchi is too sour, add 1/2 tablespoon of sugar to gently neutralize the acidity. Sugar also helps to enhance the kimchi’s savory notes. Continue to stir-fry until the kimchi turns translucent and tender.
Step 5
Once the aged kimchi is well-cooked and tender, turn off the heat. Finally, sprinkle generously with the chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds, and mix well. Your delicious stir-fried aged kimchi is ready to be enjoyed with warm rice!
