Spam Kimchi Fried Rice: The Ultimate Recipe Even Kids Love!
Kid-Approved! How to Make Delicious Spam Kimchi Fried Rice for 4 Servings – Tame Kimchi’s Tanginess with Tuna Extract for a Sweet & Spicy Flavor!
Here’s a Spam Kimchi Fried Rice recipe that the whole family will absolutely adore! You can easily make a delicious version using the Spam you likely already have at home. It’s a favorite for kids who are sensitive to spice, as the combination of tuna extract and sugar perfectly balances the kimchi’s sourness and heat, making it incredibly palatable for them. My 7-year-old even jokes about wanting it for his ‘college entrance exam lunchbox’! 🙂 This recipe yields a generous 4 servings or more, making it perfect for leftovers for breakfast the next day. Top it off with a sunny-side-up egg, and it’s a meal that disappears in no time!
Ingredients (Serves 4-5)- 4 bowls of cooked rice (approx. 800g)
- 320g aged kimchi (lightly rinsed under running water and drained)
- 1 can Spam (320g)
- 1 stalk green onion
- 3 Tbsp cooking oil
- 4 sunny-side-up eggs
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
Seasoning- 1.5 Tbsp tuna extract
- 3 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1.5 Tbsp tuna extract
- 3 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
For kid-friendly kimchi fried rice, blanch the Spam in boiling water to remove excess grease. Lightly rinse the aged kimchi under running water to reduce its sourness and saltiness, then squeeze out any excess water. If you’re an adult or prefer a spicier kick, you can skip the rinsing step.
Step 2
Finely chop the green onion. Dice the Spam into small, bite-sized cubes.
Step 3
Since this recipe yields a generous amount (4+ servings), chop the kimchi into small pieces with scissors, making it easier to mix with the rice.
Step 4
Heat 3 Tbsp of cooking oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped green onion and stir-fry until fragrant, creating ‘green onion oil’. This step significantly enhances the flavor.
Step 5
Once the green onion oil is aromatic, add the diced Spam. Stir-fry until the Spam is lightly coated and slightly browned in the green onion oil.
Step 6
Now, add the chopped kimchi to the pan. Stir in the seasoning ingredients to balance the kimchi’s tang: 1.5 Tbsp tuna extract, 3 Tbsp sugar, and 2 Tbsp sesame oil.
Step 7
Stir-fry everything together for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the kimchi to absorb the seasonings. Cook until some of the moisture from the kimchi has evaporated.
Step 8
Add the 4 bowls of cooked rice to the pan. Use a spatula to break up any clumps of rice and ensure it’s evenly distributed.
Step 9
Continue to stir-fry until all the ingredients are well combined and the rice grains are separated and lightly toasted. Once mixed, turn off the heat.
Step 10
In a separate pan, lightly grease with oil and fry the eggs sunny-side up. A runny yolk is perfect for mixing into the fried rice!
Step 11
To plate, firmly press the kimchi fried rice into a bowl, then invert it onto a serving plate. Top with the sunny-side-up egg, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, and garnish with a few fresh herb leaves if available. Enjoy your delicious meal!
