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Crispy Kimchi Fried Rice Recipe with Spicy Fried Egg

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A quick and easy crispy kimchi fried rice topped with a spicy fried egg, delivering bold flavors and satisfying textures perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (about 600g) day-old cooked white rice
  • 1 cup (150g) chopped kimchi
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes), optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Break up your cold, day-old rice with your hands or a fork to separate any clumps. (5 minutes)
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped kimchi, gochujang, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Stir well. (3 minutes)
  3. Add the rice to the bowl and toss thoroughly until every grain is coated with the spicy kimchi paste. (3 minutes)
  4. Place your skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. Heat until oil shimmers but does not smoke. (2 minutes)
  5. Spread the rice mixture evenly in the pan and press it down firmly with your spatula. Let it cook undisturbed for about 4-5 minutes until the bottom is golden and crispy. (5 minutes)
  6. Carefully flip sections of the rice to crisp the other side, or stir gently and press down again for another 3-4 minutes. (4 minutes)
  7. Sprinkle sliced green onions over the rice and toss gently to combine. Adjust seasoning with salt or pepper if needed. (2 minutes)
  8. In a separate small pan, heat a teaspoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Crack in an egg and cook sunny-side-up until whites are set but yolk is runny, about 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with gochugaru and a pinch of salt. Repeat for all eggs. (6 minutes)
  9. Scoop the crispy kimchi fried rice onto plates and top each serving with a spicy fried egg. Serve immediately. (2 minutes)

Notes

Use day-old rice for best crispiness. Press rice firmly into the pan and cook undisturbed to develop crispy edges. Adjust spice levels with gochujang and gochugaru. For vegan version, omit eggs or replace with pan-fried tofu. Reheat leftovers in a hot skillet to restore crispiness; fry fresh eggs when serving leftovers.

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Keywords: kimchi fried rice, crispy fried rice, spicy fried egg, Korean recipe, quick dinner, easy fried rice

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