Description
Korean Kimchi Bokkeumbap brings leftover rice and tangy kimchi together in a quick, satisfying meal that sparks comfort and flavor in just minutes. Spicy, savory goodness comes together effortlessly when your kitchen becomes a canvas for this classic Korean comfort dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups rice
- 1 cup kimchi
- ½ cup pork belly or tofu
- 2 large eggs
Supporting Ingredients:
- ½ cup bell peppers
- ½ cup carrots
- ½ cup peas
- 3 green onions
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon gochujang
Instructions
- Chop 1 cup kimchi, ½ cup bell peppers, ½ cup carrots, and 3 green onions into precise bite-sized pieces. Ensure your day-old rice is ready at room temperature.
- Warm 2 tablespoons sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (375°F) until the surface looks slightly shimmery and fragrant.
- Toss ½ cup bell peppers and ½ cup carrots into the hot skillet. Sauté for exactly 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly until vegetables soften but retain a gentle crunch.
- Add chopped kimchi and its natural juices to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Introduce 3 cups of day-old rice into the skillet. Break apart any rice clumps using your spatula. Fry for 4-5 minutes until rice develops golden-brown crispy edges.
- Create a small clearing in the rice. Crack 2 large eggs directly into the open space. Scramble eggs quickly, then fold them thoroughly into the rice mixture.
- Drizzle 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce and 1 tablespoon gochujang across the skillet. Mix vigorously to ensure every grain becomes evenly coated with spicy, savory sauce.
- Optional: Incorporate ½ cup cubed pork belly or tofu during the final minute of cooking for extra protein.
- Transfer your fragrant kimchi fried rice to serving plates. Garnish with chopped green onions for a fresh, bright finish.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for the best texture and prevent soggy fried rice that clumps together.
- Choose well-fermented kimchi for deeper, tangier flavor that adds complexity to your dish.
- Adjust spice levels by controlling the amount of gochujang or using a milder version for sensitive palates.
- For a protein boost, add diced tofu, cooked chicken, or shrimp to make the dish more substantial.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Stir-Fried
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 343 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg