A flavorful and slightly spicy kimchi fried rice featuring sweet Jersey cabbage for a unique twist, topped with a perfectly fried egg.
Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it.
Add shredded Jersey cabbage and cook for 2-3 minutes, until slightly softened.
Add chopped kimchi and kimchi juice (if using) to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the kimchi is slightly caramelized.
Add the cooked rice to the skillet and break it up with a spatula. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes, ensuring the rice is well combined with the kimchi and vegetables.
Stir in soy sauce and gochujang (if using). Cook for another 1-2 minutes, until everything is heated through and well combined.
Stir in sesame oil. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
While the fried rice is cooking, fry the eggs in a separate frying pan to your liking. Over easy is recommended.
Divide the kimchi fried rice among bowls. Top each bowl with a fried egg, sliced green onions, and toasted sesame seeds. Drizzle with a little extra sesame oil if desired.
Serve immediately.
Nutrition per serving (350g)
Use day-old rice for the best texture in fried rice. Freshly cooked rice will be too sticky.
Don't overcrowd the pan. Cook in batches if necessary to ensure the rice gets a good sear.
Adjust the amount of gochujang and kimchi to your desired spice level. Start with less and add more to taste.
For a vegetarian version, omit the egg and add a crumbled tofu as a protein source.
Spice Level: Medium (can be adjusted by changing gochujang amount)
Wok or Large Skillet
Frying Pan
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