Kimchi Fried Rice (김치볶음밥)
Korean · East Asia
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8/10
Day-old rice stir-fried with chopped kimchi, gochujang, and sesame oil, topped with a runny fried egg.
Why It Works
Kimchi's acidity cuts through the richness of butter and egg yolk; aged kimchi contributes both seasoning and fermented funk, making this the ultimate leftover meal.
Key Ingredients
day-old rice
kimchi
gochujang
sesame oil
butter
scallions
egg
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