Kimchi Fried Rice

Tangy, spicy and savory: sour kimchi and leftover rice fry into a punchy 15-minute meal topped with a fried egg.

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Prep5 min
Cook10 min
Total15 min
Yield2 servings
LevelBeginner

Ingredients

US measurements with metric in parentheses.

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the kimchi 3 minutes until slightly caramelized.
  2. Add the rice, kimchi juice, soy sauce and gochujang. Stir-fry 3 to 4 minutes until hot and well mixed.
  3. Add the green onions and drizzle in sesame oil.
  4. Top each portion with a fried egg and garnish.

๐ŸŒก Food safety: Cook eggs until the whites and yolks are firm, especially when serving children, older adults, pregnant people or anyone with a weakened immune system. Wash hands and surfaces after handling raw meat, poultry, seafood or eggs, and refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Tips for success

  • Sour, older kimchi gives the best flavor.
  • Press the rice flat for a minute for a crispy base.

Substitutions

  • Add diced bacon, spam or tofu.
  • Most kimchi contains fish sauce; use vegan kimchi if needed.

Storage & reheating

Best fresh; refrigerate up to 2 days.

Estimated nutrition per serving

Estimate only. Calculated roughly from typical ingredients; real values vary by brand and portion.

Calories~430 kcal
Protein~14 g
Carbohydrates~58 g
Fat~16 g

Frequently asked questions

Can I use fresh rice?

Day-old rice fries better; spread fresh rice on a tray to dry for 20 minutes.