Bacon Kimchi Fried Rice
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Total Time
22 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
473 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Korean
Bacon Kimchi Fried Rice
Description
This Bacon Kimchi Fried Rice recipe starts by cooking thick-cut bacon in a skillet until mostly done, creating a savory, crispy base. Kimchi and minced garlic are added next, along with soy sauce and sugar, which help to soften the kimchi and enhance its spicy and tangy character. Cold cooked rice and some kimchi juice are then incorporated, a technique that thoroughly distributes flavors and prevents clumping. The dish is finished by cooking until heated through and absorbing the seasonings, then a drizzle of sesame oil adds a nutty aroma and depth.
The resulting fried rice offers a combination of textures: crispy bacon bites, tender rice grains, and pickled vegetable acidity. It can be served just as is or paired with additional toppings or sides to round out a meal. This recipe is especially practical for repurposing leftover rice and transforming it into a lively, flavor-packed dish.
Ingredients
- 6 trips Bacon cut into 1-1.5 inch pieces, thick cut
- 1 cup kimchi cut and with some juices reserved
- 1-2 tbsp garlic minced
- 1½ tbsp soy sauce
- ½ tbsp sugar
- 4 cup rice cold, cooked
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- In a large skillet, add the bacon in a single layer on medium-high. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until it’s mostly cooked through. I usually cook for 2 minutes and then flip it over.
- Next, add the kimchi, garlic, soy sauce, and sugar. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, until the kimchi has softened.
- Lower the heat to medium and add the cold rice to the pan alongside the kimchi juice from the kimchi container. I usually add 3 to 4 tablespoons.
- Continue to sauté until the rice has been fully combined with the rest of the ingredients. Add the sesame oil and continue to sauté until the rice had heated through.
- Serve immediately or with the toppings of your choice.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 473 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 473kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 559mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 181mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 20IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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