Kimchi Fried Rice Bowl Delight (Printable Version)

Enjoy a vibrant bowl with kimchi, veggies, and fried egg for bold flavors.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 cups cooked jasmine or short-grain rice, preferably day-old and cold
02 - 1 cup fermented napa cabbage kimchi, chopped
03 - 2 green onions, sliced
04 - 1 small carrot, julienned
05 - 1/2 cup firm tofu, cubed (optional)
06 - 2 eggs
07 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil or sesame oil
08 - 1 tbsp soy sauce
09 - 1 tsp gochujang (optional)
10 - 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
11 - 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

→ Garnish

12 - Extra green onions, sliced
13 - Nori strips or seaweed flakes (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
02 - If using tofu, add cubes to the pan and cook until golden on all sides. Remove and set aside.
03 - Add the remaining oil to the pan. Sauté carrots and white parts of green onions for 1-2 minutes.
04 - Add chopped kimchi and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
05 - Stir in the rice, breaking up clumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes, mixing thoroughly so the rice absorbs the kimchi juices.
06 - Add soy sauce and gochujang (if using). Stir well. Return tofu (if using) to the pan.
07 - Drizzle in sesame oil and scatter over sesame seeds. Toss to combine and taste for seasoning.
08 - In a separate non-stick skillet, fry eggs sunny-side-up (or as desired).
09 - Divide fried rice into bowls. Top each with a fried egg, extra green onions, and nori strips if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a dish that sings with flavor.
  • It’s quick enough for a weeknight dinner but impressive enough for friends.
02 -
  • Always use day-old rice for the best texture; fresh rice will be mushy.
  • Don’t skip on toasting the sesame seeds—this brings out their nutty flavor.
03 -
  • Don’t rush the cooking; let the ingredients caramelize slightly for depth.
  • A splash of vinegar can brighten the dish if it feels too heavy.
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