Hearty and Delicious Spam Kimchi Fried Rice Recipe
Easy Spam Kimchi Fried Rice for One-Person Meals
Whip up a satisfying one-bowl meal with kimchi and Spam! This recipe for Spam Kimchi Fried Rice is designed to be rich and flavorful, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients- 1/2 cup well-fermented kimchi, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup Spam, diced
- 1 handful green onions, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- A pinch of sesame seeds (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
We’re going to elevate the classic kimchi fried rice by adding savory Spam, making it a more substantial and delicious one-bowl meal. This recipe is simple enough for anyone to make!
Step 2
Heat 1-2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a frying pan over medium-low heat. Add the chopped green onions and stir-fry until fragrant to create a flavorful green onion oil. This step adds a wonderful depth of flavor.
Step 3
Once the green onion oil is fragrant, add the chopped kimchi and stir-fry. Now, add 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes and 1 teaspoon of sugar. The sugar will help to balance the tartness of the kimchi, creating a more harmonious flavor profile.
Step 4
When the kimchi is softened and cooked, add the diced Spam to the pan and stir-fry together with the kimchi. The savory umami of the Spam will meld beautifully with the kimchi.
Step 5
Push the kimchi and Spam mixture to one side of the pan. Pour 1 tablespoon of soy sauce directly into the empty space in the pan. Let it sizzle and cook for a moment until it releases a smoky aroma (‘bulhyang’). This smoky flavor will infuse into the fried rice, making it even more delicious. Once the aroma develops, mix it thoroughly with the kimchi and Spam.
Step 6
Add the cooked rice to the pan. Stir and toss everything together, ensuring the rice is evenly coated with the flavorful mixture. Continue to stir-fry until the rice grains are separate and slightly toasted.
Step 7
Transfer the finished Spam Kimchi Fried Rice to a serving plate. For an extra touch of perfection, top it with a fried egg cooked sunny-side up. Enjoy your hearty and delicious meal!
