Savory Stir-Fried Aged Kimchi with Perilla Oil Recipe
Richly Flavored Stir-Fried Aged Kimchi with Perilla Oil!
If you have aged kimchi (mukimchi) stored in your kimchi refrigerator for years, create a special side dish with this flavorful stir-fried aged kimchi recipe, generously seasoned with perilla oil. The nutty richness of perilla oil combined with the deep flavor of aged kimchi makes it an irresistible rice accompaniment.
Main Ingredients
- 1 whole aged kimchi (generous amount)
- A little chopped scallions
- 1 Tbsp perilla oil
- A pinch of black pepper
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for added nuttiness)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp sugar (for balancing sourness and sweetness)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s get started on making this delicious stir-fried aged kimchi with perilla oil. I’ll share the secret to bringing out the deep flavors of aged kimchi.
Step 2
First, rinse the aged kimchi thoroughly under cold running water to remove any impurities and excess sourness. After rinsing, soak the kimchi in water for about 2 hours to gently mellow out its sourness, which will make it even more delicious.
Step 3
Squeeze out as much water as possible from the aged kimchi using your hands. Then, cut it into bite-sized pieces. Cutting them too large can prolong the cooking time.
Step 4
Heat a pan and add 1 tablespoon of perilla oil. Add the prepared aged kimchi. Stir-fry over medium-low heat until the kimchi softens and releases a delicious aroma. It’s important to stir-fry sufficiently to let the perilla oil’s fragrance permeate the kimchi.
Step 5
Once the aged kimchi is somewhat stir-fried, add 1 tablespoon of sugar to balance the sourness and enhance the umami. Next, add the chopped scallions, 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, and a pinch of black pepper, and continue to stir-fry together. The refreshing taste of the scallions and the aroma of garlic will create a richer flavor profile.
Step 6
Finally, generously sprinkle 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds for added nuttiness and mix gently. The nutty flavor of the sesame seeds will balance the overall taste.
Step 7
There you have it! Your delicious stir-fried aged kimchi with perilla oil is ready. It’s absolutely delightful served over warm rice.
