Description
A flavorful and satisfying Korean-inspired Kimchi Fried Rice made with aromatic garlic, fresh vegetables, tangy kimchi, and a spicy gochujang sauce, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tbsp oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 3-4 cremini mushrooms finely diced
- 1 small carrot finely diced
- 1 cup kimchi chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped vegan sausages (optional)
- 2 cups cooked white rice
Sauce
- 3 tbsp kimchi brine
- 1 tbsp Gochujang
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, combine the kimchi brine, gochujang paste, sugar, toasted sesame oil, and sesame seeds. Set aside.
- Sauté the aromatics: Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a wok or non-stick pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the garlic and green onions, and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring regularly.
- Add the diced veggies: Increase heat to high and add the chopped carrots and mushrooms. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until carrots are almost cooked but still slightly crunchy.
- Add the kimchi and rice: Stir in the chopped kimchi and vegan sausages if using, cooking for 2 more minutes. Then add the cooked rice and stir to combine thoroughly with the vegetables.
- Pour in the sauce: Add the prepared gochujang sauce and toss to evenly coat the rice and vegetables.
- Stir-fry: Continue cooking the rice mixture for 3-5 minutes, allowing it to absorb the sauce and develop a slight char if desired.
- Serve: Garnish with extra green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Use leftover rice for best texture; day-old refrigerated rice is dryer and prevents mushiness.
- Cook over high heat to achieve a slightly charred flavor and crispiness.
- Avoid overcooking vegetables to keep them crisp and fresh.
- Frozen diced vegetables can be used as a convenient substitute.
- Adjust the spiciness by reducing or omitting gochujang; adjust saltiness accordingly.
- Optional: Add a pinch of MSG or mushroom seasoning to enhance the umami flavor beyond takeout quality.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
