Super Simple Jjajang Fried Rice Recipe: A Flavorful Meal in Minutes!
Delicious Jjajang Fried Rice made with Spring Onions, Eggs, Rice, Chicken Stock, and Jjajang Ramen Sauce. Tips for adjusting consistency with cornstarch included!
Hello everyone! Today, I’m sharing a ‘Jjajang Fried Rice’ recipe that will make you feel like you’re dining at a restaurant, right in your own home. We’ll stir-fry fresh spring onions, tender eggs, and fluffy rice, then top it off with a flavorful jjajang sauce for a magnificent meal. If you love Jjajang Fried Rice, give this recipe a try right away! I’ll guide you through it easily and in detail.
Fried Rice Ingredients- 1 bowl of warm rice (approx. 200g)
- 1 fresh egg
- 1-2 pinches of savory chicken stock powder
- 1/2 stalk of aromatic spring onion
- A pinch of black pepper, to taste
- 1 fried egg, for topping (optional)
Jjajang Sauce Ingredients- 1/4 sweet onion
- 1 packet of store-bought jjajang ramen sauce (use your preferred brand)
- 50ml clear water
- 1 teaspoon (tsp) cornstarch, for thickening
- A little sugar, to taste (optional, can be omitted)
- Vegetable oil, as needed
- 1/4 sweet onion
- 1 packet of store-bought jjajang ramen sauce (use your preferred brand)
- 50ml clear water
- 1 teaspoon (tsp) cornstarch, for thickening
- A little sugar, to taste (optional, can be omitted)
- Vegetable oil, as needed
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start by preparing our ingredients! First, gather 2 eggs, 1/2 stalk of fragrant spring onion, and 1/4 sweet onion. Wash all ingredients thoroughly and set them aside.
Step 2
Slice the spring onion in half lengthwise, then thinly chop it. Peel and finely mince the onion. This preparation will ensure the ingredients blend well and add a pleasant texture when stir-fried.
Step 3
Crack 1 egg into a bowl and beat it thoroughly with a fork or whisk. Removing the chalaza (egg white strings) will result in a smoother egg texture.
Step 4
Now, let’s make the fried rice! Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a pan. Pour in the beaten egg and scramble it. Once the egg is about halfway cooked, add the warm rice. Using a spatula, break up any clumps of rice and stir-fry everything together. Ensure each grain of rice is coated with the egg as you stir vigorously.
Step 5
Once the rice is becoming fluffy, add the chopped spring onion for extra aroma. Sprinkle in some black pepper according to your preference, and add 1-2 pinches of chicken stock powder to enhance the savory flavor. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until all ingredients are well combined.
Step 6
We’ll temporarily set aside the well-stir-fried rice in a bowl. Press the rice down firmly into the bowl; this will help it hold its shape nicely when you invert it onto a plate later.
Step 7
It’s time to make the jjajang sauce! Add a bit more vegetable oil to the same pan (or a clean one) and sauté the minced onion until translucent. The key here is to cook the onions slowly over medium-low heat to bring out their natural sweetness.
Step 8
Once the onions are sufficiently sautéed, add the store-bought jjajang ramen sauce and 50ml of clear water. Now, add 1 teaspoon of cornstarch. The cornstarch will thicken the sauce, making it easier to mix with the fried rice. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning, for about 1-2 minutes until the sauce reaches a thick consistency. You can add a little sugar at this stage if you prefer it sweeter.
Step 9
Final step! Let’s make a mouth-watering fried egg. Use a separate pan or wipe the jjajang sauce pan clean, add a little oil, and carefully crack 1 egg into it. Try to keep the yolk intact for a sunny-side-up egg; it makes the dish look even more appealing!
Step 10
Now, let’s plate everything beautifully! Place the shaped fried rice onto your serving plate. Carefully top it with the freshly made warm fried egg. Finally, generously spoon the delicious jjajang sauce over everything…
Step 11
Voila! Your gorgeous Jjajang Fried Rice is complete! Enjoy the fantastic combination of savory fried rice and rich, flavorful jjajang sauce. This makes a wonderful and special meal that the whole family will love!