Authentic Korean Kimchi Fried Rice

Ingredients

• Salt (1/2 teaspoon, or to taste)
• Black pepper (1/4 teaspoon, or to taste)
• Green onions (2, chopped for garnish)
• Eggs (2)
• Sesame oil (2 tablespoons)
• Soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
• Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
• Onion (1 medium, diced)
• Bacon (4 slices, chopped)
• Kimchi (1 cup, chopped)
• Cooked rice (2 cups)

Instructions

1. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy. Transfer the crispy bacon to a plate, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
3. In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until the onion becomes translucent.
4. Add the chopped kimchi to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
5. Push the kimchi mixture to one side of the skillet. On the empty side, crack the eggs and scramble until fully cooked.
6. Combine the scrambled eggs with the kimchi mixture in the skillet.
7. Add the cooked rice, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Stir well to combine all ingredients, ensuring the rice is well coated with the sauce and ingredients are evenly distributed.
8. Continue to cook for additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is heated through.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the cooked bacon back into the skillet and mix well.
10. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot. Enjoy your authentic Korean Kimchi Fried Rice!