Rich and Flavorful Butter Kimchi Fried Rice Recipe
Super Simple Bachelor Pad Cooking! Kimchi Fried Rice Recipe Enhanced with Butter’s Richness
The secret ingredient for truly delicious kimchi fried rice is ‘butter’! Adding butter creates a fantastic harmony between the kimchi’s tangy acidity and the butter’s savory richness, significantly deepening the flavor. It’s an exceptionally simple yet satisfying meal, perfect for students living away from home or anyone seeking a quick and tasty dish. Even with just basic kimchi and rice, you can easily create a wonderfully flavorful butter kimchi fried rice. Dive into the world of this buttery, savory fried rice right now!
Basic Ingredients (Measurements: Tablespoon)
- 100g well-fermented kimchi
- 1 piece unsalted butter (approx. 10g)
- 1 pack of instant rice (210g)
- 0.5 Tbsp soy sauce
- 0.5 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp cooking oil
- 2 Tbsp minced green onion
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Flavor-Boosting Toppings (Optional)
- 1 fried egg
- 1 fried egg
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
The foundation of delicious kimchi fried rice starts with preparing the kimchi! Finely chop the kimchi with scissors or a knife into bite-sized pieces. This ensures it cooks evenly and integrates well into the rice.
Step 2
Finely chop the green onions, which will add a fragrant aroma. You can use both the white and green parts for the best flavor.
Step 3
Heat a pan with 1 tablespoon of cooking oil over medium-low heat. Add the minced green onions and sauté until they release their fragrant aroma, about 1-2 minutes. This step is crucial for building a base flavor.
Step 4
Once the green onions are fragrant, add the butter and let it melt slowly over medium-low heat. Be careful not to let the butter burn.
Step 5
As the butter melts and becomes fragrant, add the chopped kimchi to the pan. Stir-fry together for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the kimchi to absorb the buttery richness.
Step 6
This is a key step for balancing the flavors! If your kimchi is particularly sour, add 0.5 tablespoon of sugar to counteract the acidity and enhance the umami. Adjust the sugar amount based on the sourness of your kimchi.
Step 7
When the kimchi is softened, push the ingredients to one side of the pan. Pour 0.5 tablespoon of soy sauce into the empty space and let it bubble briefly before mixing it with the kimchi. This caramelizes the soy sauce slightly, adding depth.
Step 8
Now it’s time for the rice! It’s important to add the rice straight from the pack without warming it. This prevents the rice grains from clumping and helps achieve a fluffy texture. Use a spatula to gently press and stir-fry the rice quickly, breaking up any clumps.
Step 9
Achieving the perfect fluffy texture! Finally, turn up the heat to high and stir-fry, allowing excess moisture to evaporate. This ensures each grain of rice is separate and delightfully fluffy. Transfer the well-fried rice to a serving dish.
Step 10
Elevate your butter kimchi fried rice by adding toppings like a fried egg, cheese, sausage, or tonkatsu for a more complete and nutritious meal. I’ve topped mine with a perfectly cooked fried egg, with its yolk ready to burst!
