Description

This Gochujang Fried Rice is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for a quick and satisfying meal! Day-old rice is stir-fried with a spicy and savory gochujang sauce, vegetables, and topped with a crispy fried egg.

Ingredients

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Sauce:

3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste), more to taste
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil

Rice:

3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1/2 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups cooked long-grain rice (day-old, chilled rice recommended)
1 cup frozen peas and carrots
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
2 green onions, sliced (optional)

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Instructions

Make Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Set aside.
Sauté Aromatics: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onion and garlic until softened and fragrant. Remove and set aside.
Fry Rice: Add another splash of oil to the pan and fry cooked rice in batches until crispy. Remove and set aside with the onions and garlic.
Stir-fry Vegetables: Add frozen peas and carrots, butter, and sesame seeds (if using) to the skillet. Cook until heated through.
Combine and Finish: Return cooked onions, garlic, and fried rice to the pan. Add the prepared sauce and toss to coat. Cook until heated through and slightly caramelized.
Fry Eggs: In the same skillet, add a splash of oil and fry eggs to your liking.
Serve: Divide fried rice among bowls. Top each with a fried egg and sliced green onions (optional).

Notes

You can scramble the eggs and incorporate them into the fried rice instead of frying them separately.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 4-5 days and reheated on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Frying the rice in batches ensures a crispy texture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ¼ cups
Calories: 500
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 150mg