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Kimchi fried rice served in a black iron skillet, garnished with strips of seaweed, sliced green onions, and sesame seeds.

Kimchi Fried RIce

Julie Pace, RDN
Kimchi fried rice is a quick and delicious dish that combines savory and probiotic-rich ingredients for a meal that's both satisfying and good for your gut. With just 15 minutes of prep and cook time, this Korean-inspired recipe uses leftover rice, kimchi, and vegetables for a balanced lunch or dinner. It's easily customizable with options for any dietary preference whether vegan or vegetarian. Top it off with sesame seeds, green onions, and roasted seaweed for a vibrant, nutrient-packed finish.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Korean
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups leftover cook white rice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3/4 cup onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup kimchi, chopped
  • 1 tbsp kimchi juice
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 stalks green onions, choped
  • pepper to taste
  • gochujang for spice, optional
  • roasted seaweed, shredded
  • 1-2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, optional
  • 2 cups cooked edamame optional (great way to add protein

Instructions
 

  • Add oil to wok or large fry pan over medium high heat. Once hot, add onion and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and saute for 60 seconds. Add chopped kimchi and toss 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the cold, cooked rice and kimchi juice to the pan. Mix together.
  • Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, black pepper. Remove the pan from heat.
  • Serve kimchi fried rice on a plate. Top with green onions, sesame seeds, seaweed and gochujang sauce
Keyword fried rice, kimchi, kimchi fried rice