Teresa's Recipes
Kimchi Bokkeumbap - Korean Kimchi Fried Rice
Delight in the vibrant flavors of Kimchi Bokkeumbap, a beloved Korean dish that transforms cold, leftover rice into a hearty and satisfying meal. This fried rice dish is a symphony of textures and tastes - the sizzle of crispy bacon, the tangy heat of kimchi, the sweetness of carrots and peas, all tied together with the savory notes of soy sauce and sesame oil. A staple in Korean households, Kimchi Bokkeumbap is not just a way to use up leftover rice and kimchi, but also a delicious reflection of Korean heritage and culinary ingenuity.
Ingredients
- 4 slices, chopped Bacon
- 1 medium, diced Onion
- 1 medium, diced Carrot
- 1/2 cup Frozen peas
- 1 cup, chopped Kimchi
- 3 cups, preferably day-old Cooked rice
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 2 Eggs
- 2 stalks, chopped (for garnish) Green onions
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 40g
- Protein: 12g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Sugar: 5g
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy. Using a slotted spoon, remove the bacon and set it aside, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion, carrot, and frozen peas. Cook over medium heat until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the chopped kimchi, stirring it in with the vegetables. Allow the kimchi to cook for about 2 minutes.
- Add the cooked rice to the skillet. Stir well to combine with the vegetables and kimchi, ensuring the rice absorbs the flavors.
- Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to evenly distribute the sauces and seasonings.
- Push the rice mixture to one side of the skillet, creating an empty space. Crack the eggs into this space and scramble them until they're fully cooked.
- Mix the scrambled eggs into the rice mixture, ensuring they're evenly incorporated.
- Add the crispy bacon back to the skillet, stirring to distribute it throughout the rice.
- Garnish the Kimchi Bokkeumbap with chopped green onions just before serving. Serve hot and enjoy this flavorful Korean comfort food!