Savory Ssamjang Fried Rice
Super Ssamjang! An Ultra-Simple Camping Dish: Ssamjang Fried Rice
Finished your BBQ at the campsite and have leftover ssamjang? Don’t toss it! This recipe transforms leftover ssamjang into a deliciously simple fried rice, perfect for wrapping up your outdoor feast. The rich, savory flavor of ssamjang elevates this dish without needing many extra seasonings. Enjoy this unforgettable taste with minimal effort! (Source: All Recipes, Manjeyo Recipe)
Core Ingredients- 1 cup leftover grilled pork belly from BBQ (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup kimchi or kkakdugi (cubed radish kimchi), finely chopped
- 2 bowls instant rice (e.g., Hetbahn)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 Tbsp ssamjang (Korean savory soybean paste)
Optional Ingredients (For Extra Flavor!)- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 chili pepper (e.g., Cheongyang or regular), deseeded and finely chopped
- 5 perilla leaves, thinly julienned
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 chili pepper (e.g., Cheongyang or regular), deseeded and finely chopped
- 5 perilla leaves, thinly julienned
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Heat 1 Tbsp of cooking oil in a wide pan over medium heat. Add the chopped leftover pork belly, finely chopped kimchi (or kkakdugi), sliced garlic, and chopped chili pepper. Stir-fry until the ingredients are well combined. Continue to cook until the garlic is lightly golden and the kimchi is slightly softened.
Step 2
Once the pork belly starts to render its fat and turns a nice golden brown, add 1 Tbsp of gochujang and 2 Tbsp of ssamjang. Reduce the heat to medium-low to prevent burning. Stir continuously, mixing the pastes thoroughly with the other ingredients until everything is well coated. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until the savory aroma of ssamjang is released.
Step 3
Add the 2 bowls of instant rice to the pan. Using a spatula or spoon, break up any clumps of rice and gently stir-fry, ensuring the sauce evenly coats every grain of rice. Once the rice is well mixed and has a appetizing color, stir in 1 Tbsp of sesame oil and the julienned perilla leaves. Give it a final quick stir for about 30 seconds. Your delicious Ssamjang Fried Rice is ready! Serve immediately while hot.
