Korean Kimchi and Bacon Fried Rice

Korean Kimchi and Bacon Fried Rice
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This Korean Kimchi and Bacon Fried Rice combines both new and traditional elements, giving it a wonderfully special and delicious taste!

This Korean Kimchi and Bacon Fried Rice is inspired by the Korean traditional way of cooking kimchi fried rice. Because I want to implement a “fusion” food concept into my recipes, I added a little bacon and the experiment worked successfully! You will be surprised how good it is. The Korean flavors were enhanced by the infusion of Danish bacon to create a special East-meets-West dish!

“Fusion” concept is also used in my Korean Stir-fry Ramyeon recipe – check it out today!

kimchi and bacon fried rice

KIMCHI

I bought my Kimchi from the local Asian store. The brand I really like is named JONGGA and the kimchi is made in Korea. The kimchi tastes absolutely authentic—because it is!

RICE

I use Jasmine Rice in this recipe. Chinese chefs often say that it is better to use cold (overnight leftover) rice to make fried rice because it contains less water. Thus, the texture of the fried rice will stay firmer and be less mushy texture compared to freshly cooked rice. As a matter of fact, I think this is debatable. I have tried both ways and I believe the key importance is in the method instead of in the rice. You can use either. For my recipe, I will use freshly cooked rice and set it aside to cool down a bit, while preparing the other ingredients. The result is absolutely delicious with all the flavors!

THE KEY SPICY SAUCE

The key spicy sauce in this recipe is called Gochujang. Gochujang is one of the most famous Korean sauces. It is a hot red pepper paste that is used throughout Korean cooking culture. I especially love its spicy flavor!

Korean Kimchi and Bacon Fried Rice

Haini’s Tips

• If you use a Rice Cooker, cook the rice according to its instruction. 
• It is important to cook the bacon until crispy—but not burnt—to maximize its flavor and to achieve the most desirable texture.
• If you think this is too spicy for you, 2 tbsp of Gochugang is fine!
• The recipe is for 4 servings! But if you serve this as a side dish, it can be up to 8 or 10 servings. You can cut the eggs in half or add more eggs accordingly.

korean kimchi and bacon fried rice

I really love the combination of Bacon and Kimchi flavors. Personally, I can eat half of this amount in one meal if I use it as an entrée–that is how much I love this! The fried eggs add an aesthetic beauty and taste that is very satisfying.

I hope you enjoy making this special Korean Kimchi and Bacon Fried Rice fusion recipe!

MORE FRIED RICE RECIPES

Bacon and Egg Fried Rice

Salt and Pepper Shrimp Fried Rice

Japanese-style Garlic Bacon Egg Fried Rice

Leftover Chicken and Tofu Fried Rice

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Korean Kimchi and Bacon Fried Rice

Haini
This Korean Kimchi and Bacon Fried Rice combines both new and traditional elements, giving it a wonderfully special and delicious taste!
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine Korean
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups Cooked Jasmine Rice
  • 100 g / 3.5 oz Bacon
  • 1 cup Kimchi, cut in small pieces
  • 1/3 cup / 80 ml Kimchi Juice
  • 1/3 cup / 80 ml Fresh Water
  • 1 or 1/2 of a Medium Red Onion, diced
  • 3 tbsp Gochujang (Korean Spicy Sauce)
  • 2 tsp Vegetable Oil
  • 4 tsp Sesame Oil
  • 2 Green Onions, cut in small pieces for garnish
  • 1 tbsp Roasted Sesame Seeds
  • 2 Eggs, fried (or 4 if you are serving 4 people!)

Instructions
 

  • Cook the Jasmine Rice in a pot on medium high – medium – low for about 15 minutes until the rice is well cooked. Transfer the cooked rice to a bowl and set aside to let it cool down a bit.
    KIMCHI FRIED RICE
  • Prepare the Bacon, Red Onion, and Kimchi.
    Kimchi and Bacon Fried Rice
  • In a wok, on medium-high heat, add the Vegetable Oil and Bacon, and fry until the Bacon is crispy.
  • Add the Red Onion, stir fry for about 1 minute, and then add the Kimchi. Keep stirring.
  • Stir in the Rice. Add the Kimchi Juice and Water. Mix well.
  • Add the spicy sauce Gochujang and mix well. Then add the Sesame Oil.
    Kimchi Bacon Fried Rice
  • Remove the wok from the heat. Add the Green Onions and Roasted Sesame Seeds for garnish.
  • In a clean frying pan, fry the Eggs to your preference. I like the yolk to be medium well done.
  • Add the Eggs on top! Ready to serve!

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Notes

  • If you use a Rice Cooker, cook the rice according to its instruction. 
  • It is important to cook the bacon until crispy—but not burnt—to maximize its flavor and to achieve the most desirable texture.
  • If you think this is too spicy for you, 2 tbsp of Gochugang is fine!
  • The recipe is for 4 servings! But if you serve this as a side dish, it can be up to 8 or 10 servings. You can cut the eggs in half or add more eggs accordingly.
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