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Kimchi Fried Rice

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This Kimchi Fried Rice is a delicious way to use up over-ripe kimchi and day old rice. Top with a fried egg for a tasty and satisfying meal.

This Kimchi Fried Rice is a delicious way to use up over-ripe kimchi and day old rice. Top with a fried egg for a tasty and satisfying meal. | RotiNRice.com

Fried rice is a staple in the Ro-Ri household and it frequently appears on the table. This quick and simple dish is a complete meal in itself. It can be loaded up with all kinds of meats like minced pork, sausages, and shrimps. The vegetables may include cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, green beans, sweet green peas, and zucchinis, just to name a few.

I usually cook our fried rice in two batches as fried rice tastes better made in small quantities. This works out really well for us as I am able to spice it up for Ro-Ri San and me while keeping it mild for the boys.

This Kimchi Fried Rice is a delicious way to use up over-ripe kimchi and day old rice. Top with a fried egg for a tasty and satisfying meal. | RotiNRice.com

This past weekend I made Kimchi Fried Rice with some mature kimchi I had left in the refrigerator. I also added some dried shrimps to give it an umami flavor. Dried shrimps may be substituted with fresh shrimps, ham, or minced pork if preferred.

This Kimchi Fried Rice is a delicious way to use up over-ripe kimchi and day old rice. Top with a fried egg for a tasty and satisfying meal. | RotiNRice.com

Tools Used in Making This Kimchi Fried Rice

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• T-fal Thermo-Spot Heat Indicator Anti-Warp Base Glass Lid Cookware, 12-Inch, Gray
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This Kimchi Fried Rice is a delicious way to use up over-ripe kimchi and day old rice. Top with a fried egg for a tasty and satisfying meal. | RotiNRice.com

Kimchi Fried Rice

This Kimchi Fried Rice is a delicious way to use up over-ripe kimchi and day old rice. Top with a fried egg for a tasty and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Servings: 2
Calories: 630kcal
Author: Linda Ooi

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/3 cup dried shrimps (soaked and drained) (40g)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup kimchi (chopped) (200g)
  • ½ cup frozen green peas (75g)
  • 3 cups day old rice (450g)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • ½ tsp ground pepper
  • 2 green onions (thinly sliced)
  • 2 fried eggs (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

  • In a large non-stick pan, heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Fry dried shrimp till crispy, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, add remaining 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Add chopped kimchi and fry for 2 minutes. Add frozen peas and continue to cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Add rice, soy sauce, and pepper. Stir to get everything well mixed and cook until rice is dry and fluffy. This will take 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Finally, mix in the fried shrimp. Give it a good stir. Turn off heat and transfer to serving plates.
  • Sprinkle sliced green onions on the top and serve immediately.

NUTRITION

Calories: 630kcal
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Homemade Napa Cabbage Kimchi

If you are interested to make your own Napa Cabbage Kimchi please click on the picture below to get to the recipe.

Once you make your own Napa Cabbage Kimchi (Poggi Kimchi), you will never go back to store bought. Homemade kimchi tastes so much better and fresher. | RotiNRice.com

Serving Suggestion

Kimchi Fried Rice is often served with a “sunny-side” egg on the top. It is just as delicious with or without the egg. The choice is yours.

This Kimchi Fried Rice is a delicious way to use up over-ripe kimchi and day old rice. Top with a fried egg for a tasty and satisfying meal. | RotiNRice.com

This Kimchi Fried Rice is a delicious way to use up over-ripe kimchi and day old rice. Top with a fried egg for a tasty and satisfying meal. | RotiNRice.com

NOTE: This post was updated on October 9th, 2014 with new pictures.

Enjoy…..and have a wonderful day! 😎

Biren

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  2. MaryMoh says

    5 stars
    Oooh….kimchi for fried rice. This must be very delicious. I love kimchi I make it very often but have not tried it with fried rice. Have to try soon.

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  4. Biren says

    Kimchi really whets the appetite! I always have some in the fridge (store bought). Actually, I like it best when it is fresh. I made some not too long ago but it did not last for long…. 🙂

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  5. Anne says

    5 stars
    I made this last night and it was delicious! I added chopped onion and more peas (because I love them!) and used fresh shrimp. I found a brand of kimchi that I like recently, and despite living in South Korea for over a year, last week was the first time I actually bought kimchi in a store!! I usually prefer my kimchi cooked or warm and I like all kinds of different veggies made into kimchi! Thanks for a great site, I’m reading and reading! 🙂

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    • Biren says

      I am so glad you enjoyed the recipe. Thanks for coming back and letting me know. 🙂 You are most welcomed to visit and please do join me via Google Connect, Twitter, Facebook, or RSS Feed for regular updates.

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