Kimchi Fried Rice Recipe
Spicy fried rice with kimchi and vegetables.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Gather all ingredients. Ensure the cooked rice is cold (preferably day-old rice) for best results. Chop the vegetables and kimchi into small pieces.
Cooking
- 2
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and carrot, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
- 3
Add Garlic and Peas
Stir in the minced garlic and frozen peas. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- 4
Incorporate Kimchi
Add the chopped kimchi to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the kimchi to heat through and caramelize slightly.
- 5
Mix in the Rice
Increase the heat to high and add the cold cooked rice to the skillet. Break up any clumps and stir-fry for about 5 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
- 6
Season the Rice
Pour in the soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure the rice is evenly coated with the seasonings.
- 7
- 8
Add Green Onions
Finally, stir in the chopped green onions and cook for another minute. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
