How to Make Easy Kimchi Fried Rice - A Step-by-Step Guide

Kimchi fried rice is a delicious and easy-to-make Korean dish that combines the bold flavors of kimchi with the comforting satisfaction of fried rice. This dish is perfect for those days when you want a quick and satisfying meal that is bursting with flavor. If you love Korean cuisine or are looking to add a new dish to your recipe collection, this easy kimchi fried rice recipe is a must-try!

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 drops sesame oil, or to taste
  • ¼ cup diced onion
  • ¼ cup shredded carrots
  • 2 scallions, white and light green parts, sliced
  • ½ cup cubed, fully cooked ham
  • ⅓ cup chopped kimchi
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chile paste)
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Warm butter and olive oil together over medium-high heat in a large skillet or wok. Add in sesame oil. Add onion, carrots, and scallions and cook until onion is translucent, about 2 minutes. Mix in cubed ham and kimchi; cook for 1 more minute. Season with garlic powder.
  • Stir in rice and cook until mixture is heated throughout. Drizzle soy sauce over top and mix in gochujang. Stir until well combined and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Nutrition

    247 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 17mg
    • Sodium: 845mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 25mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 159mg