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Cheese & Egg Kimchi Fried Rice

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A bold and flavorful Korean-inspired fried rice featuring spicy kimchi, crispy ham, fluffy scrambled eggs, and melty cheese. Topped with green onions and sesame seeds, this umami-packed dish is the ultimate comfort food!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked short-grain rice (preferably day-old)
  • 1/2 cup kimchi, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons kimchi juice
  • 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup ham or spam, diced
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

 

  • 1 teaspoon black sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  • Prepare the Base:

    • Heat 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
    • Add beaten eggs and scramble until just set. Remove and set aside.

  • Sauté the Kimchi & Ham:

    • In the same pan, add the remaining oil and cook garlic for 30 seconds.
    • Add ham (or spam) and stir-fry until crispy.
    • Stir in chopped kimchi and cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

  • Fry the Rice:

    • Add cooked rice, breaking up clumps.
    • Stir in kimchi juice, gochujang, and soy sauce.
    • Mix well and cook for 3 minutes, ensuring the rice absorbs all the flavors.

  • Melt the Cheese:

    • Lower the heat, sprinkle shredded cheese over the rice, and cover for 1-2 minutes until melted.
    • Stir in scrambled eggs.

 

  • Garnish & Serve:

    • Drizzle with sesame oil, then top with green onions and sesame seeds.
    • Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use day-old rice for the best texture. Fresh rice can be slightly sticky.
  • Adjust spice level by adding more or less gochujang.
  • Swap out ham for bacon, tofu, or mushrooms for different variations.

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