Sausage Kimchi Fried Rice
The Golden Recipe for Sausage Kimchi Fried Rice: A One-Bowl Meal Perfect Without Side Dishes
Discover the golden recipe for Sausage Kimchi Fried Rice, a fantastic combination where spicy, crispy sausage fried rice meets incredibly soft and moist scrambled eggs. 🙂 This dish is a flavorful one-bowl meal that’s perfect for busy days or when you’re craving something satisfying.
Main Ingredients- 1 bowl cooked rice (approx. 210g)
- 100g well-fermented kimchi
- 60g sausage
- 1/2 stalk green onion
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
[Prepare Ingredients] First, rinse the well-fermented kimchi under running water, squeeze out excess moisture, and finely chop it. If using canned ham or sausage, remove the casing and dice it into approximately 1cm cubes for a better mix in the fried rice. Finely chop the green onion (both white and green parts) to prepare for making green onion oil. 
Step 2
Measure out the seasonings that will enhance the flavor of your fried rice. In a small bowl or ramekin, combine 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 Tbsp red pepper flakes, 1 Tbsp sesame oil, and 1 Tbsp sesame seeds. Pre-mixing the seasonings allows for quicker cooking and ensures they are evenly distributed.
Step 3
[Sauté Ingredients] Now, let’s start making the fried rice. Heat a pan over medium heat and add about 1-2 Tbsp of cooking oil. Sauté the chopped green onion until fragrant to create green onion oil. Once the green onion is lightly golden, add the sausage and stir-fry briefly. The sausage will release its own oil, adding a delicious richness. 
Step 4
An important tip! Push the sautéed green onion and sausage to one side of the pan. Pour 1 Tbsp of soy sauce into the empty space. Let the soy sauce bubble slightly from the pan’s heat; this caramelization process adds a deep flavor. Once the soy sauce is bubbling, mix it with the sautéed ingredients and stir-fry together thoroughly.
Step 5
Add the chopped kimchi and 1/2 Tbsp red pepper flakes, and stir-fry until the pungent smell of the kimchi dissipates. Stir-frying the kimchi well is crucial for deepening the flavor of the fried rice and removing any sourness while retaining its savory taste.
Step 6
Now, add the bowl of rice and break up any clumps with a spatula, mixing it well with all the ingredients. It’s important to stir-fry evenly so the rice grains don’t clump together. Ensure each grain of rice is coated with the seasoning for a more delicious fried rice.
Step 7
Finally, add 1 Tbsp sesame oil and 1 Tbsp sesame seeds, and give it a final quick mix. Drizzling sesame oil right before turning off the heat enhances its nutty aroma. Stir quickly to combine everything and finish.
Step 8
[Plating] Pack the finished Sausage Kimchi Fried Rice tightly into a rice bowl, then cover it with a plate and invert it quickly with a ‘pop!’ for a visually appealing presentation. Serving it in the shape of the bowl makes it look extra special, like a meal for a festive occasion. 
Step 9
[Make Soft Scrambled Eggs] Let’s make the scrambled eggs that are a perfect match for the fried rice! Crack 3 eggs into a bowl. Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor. Whisk with chopsticks or a whisk until the yolks and whites are well combined. For an even smoother texture, strain the egg mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the chalazae. 
Step 10
Heat a pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of cooking oil. Pour in the beaten eggs. Once the egg mixture starts to set, gently stir with chopsticks, starting from the edges, to create soft curds. When the eggs are about 70-80% cooked and still look fluffy, turn off the heat immediately. The residual heat will continue to cook them gently, resulting in moist and tender scrambled eggs. *Caution: While we guarantee the soft texture, we can’t guarantee the calorie count! Haha*
Step 11
Ta-da! Here are your wonderfully fluffy and soft scrambled eggs. Gently place these moist scrambled eggs on top of the warm Sausage Kimchi Fried Rice and mix them together. The delightful balance of spicy and creamy will create an explosion of happiness in your mouth! It’s a truly fantastic combination, so be sure to give it a try! (To reiterate, this delicious combination is a calorie bomb. Hahaha)
