Stir-fried Aged Kimchi with Perilla Oil: A Flavorful Rice Companion
Easy and Delicious Recipe for Stir-fried Aged Kimchi with Perilla Oil
Tangy, sweet, and rich in nutty flavor! A simple yet delicious side dish using aged kimchi.
Ingredients- 350g aged kimchi, drained
- 3 Tbsp perilla oil
- 1 Tbsp sugar (adjust based on the sourness of the kimchi)
- Sesame seeds, to taste
- 1 Tbsp cooking oil (optional, for added richness)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the aged kimchi for cooking. Aged kimchi has a deep, distinctive flavor that is excellent for stir-fried dishes.
Step 2
If the aged kimchi is too sour for your liking, rinse it lightly 2-3 times under cold running water and gently squeeze out excess moisture. Be careful not to rinse too much, as this can diminish the kimchi’s original taste.
Step 3
Cut the rinsed aged kimchi into bite-sized pieces, about 2-3 cm wide. Cutting them too thinly might cause them to break apart during stir-frying, so aim for a moderate size.
Step 4
Heat a pan over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil and 3 tablespoons of perilla oil. The nutty aroma of perilla oil will blend wonderfully with the kimchi, enhancing its flavor. The cooking oil is optional and can be used if you desire a smoother texture or feel the dish needs a bit more oil.
Step 5
Add the cut aged kimchi to the pan and stir-fry for about 2 minutes over medium heat. This step allows the kimchi to soften slightly and absorb the nutty perilla oil.
Step 6
Next, add 1 tablespoon of sugar and continue to stir-fry for another 3 minutes, ensuring the sugar is well incorporated and absorbed by the kimchi. Aged kimchi can be quite sour due to fermentation; the sugar helps to balance this sourness and adds a pleasant depth of flavor (umami). Adjust the amount of sugar based on how sour your kimchi is and your personal preference.
Step 7
Once the sugar has dissolved and the kimchi is well-fried, allowing the flavors to meld, sprinkle in sesame seeds to your liking and stir everything together evenly. The nutty taste of sesame seeds will further elevate the dish’s overall flavor.
Step 8
Your Stir-fried Aged Kimchi with Perilla Oil is ready! It’s a delicious side dish that requires minimal seasoning, relying on the inherent flavors of the aged kimchi and the rich aroma of perilla oil.
