Kimchi Fried Rice With Spicy Shrimp-And-Sesame Sauce Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and garlic, and cook until onions are translucent.
• STEP 2.Add kimchi and cook for a few minutes until it starts to soften. Push the kimchi to one side of the skillet and add the beaten eggs to the other side. Scramble the eggs until cooked through.
• STEP 3.Add cooked rice to the skillet and mix well with the kimchi and eggs. Cook for a few minutes until the rice is heated through.
• STEP 4.In a separate pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
• STEP 5.In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, sriracha, and sesame seeds to make the spicy shrimp-and-sesame sauce.
• STEP 6.Pour the sauce over the cooked shrimp and toss to coat.
• STEP 7.Serve the kimchi fried rice hot, topped with the spicy shrimp-and-sesame sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, if desired.

Cooking Tips

• Use day-old rice for the best texture in the fried rice.
• Feel free to adjust the amount of sriracha in the sauce to suit your spice preference.
• You can add other vegetables like carrots or peas to the fried rice for added color and flavor.
• For a vegetarian version, omit the shrimp and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth in the fried rice.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover kimchi fried rice can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the fried rice in a skillet or microwave until heated through before serving.
• Serve the kimchi fried rice as a main course with a side of pickled vegetables or as a side dish alongside grilled meats or tofu.