Beef And Kimchi Fried Rice - quick, easy and tasty stir fry made with white long-grain rice, minced beef, pak choi and kimchi, mixed with sriracha, soy sauce and fresh ginger topped with spring onion and sesame seeds.

This beef and kimchi fried rice is perfect for an easy midweek dinner.

Best Beef And Kimchi Fried Rice Recipe

This Korean fried rice makes a whole meal. However, it is also a perfect side dish alongside any Asian food. Kimchi fried rice is so popular in Korea it is usually made with leftover rice, kimchi, meat (chicken or beef) and some veggies; I used pak choi as it goes well in this recipe.

This recipe is also an excellent way to use up any cooked rice. This recipe also is perfect for meal prep; you can divide the beef and kimchi fried rice into five airtight containers and keep them in the fridge for five days to use for the whole week. The recipe also freezes and reheats so well; you can freeze it for 2-3 months.

If you are a fan of fried rice, this recipe is for you to try; it is a flavourful, delicious and satisfying meal.

What's in this Beef And Kimchi Fried Rice?

• Long grain rice: This recipe uses long-grain white rice. You may also use basmati rice.
• Beef: Use minced beef or lamb in making this recipe.
• Sriracha sauce: It adds the right amount of spice and flavour to the fried rice.
• Soy sauce: Adds a deep colour and texture to the fried rice. You may use dark or light soy sauce based on what is available.
• Sesame oil: Using sesame oil can add a nutty taste and is great for stir-fried dishes.
• Garlic: This recipe uses minced garlic clove as it adds overall taste and flavour.
• Root ginger: Use freshly peeled and grated root ginger for extra flavour.
• Kimchi: This is the main ingredient for this fried rice. Use kimchi from the jar; it adds a lot of flavour and spice to the fried rice. You can also use extra kimchi to garnish. You can buy kimchi from any Asian supermarket or a Korean grocery store.
• Spring onion: Use finely sliced spring onions as a topping to this dish. Spring onion has a mild onion flavour which makes the fried rice more delicious.
• Fresh coriander: Use roughly chopped coriander to garnish.
• Pak choi: Also known as Bok Choy, it is Chinese cabbage that adds a great flavour to this dish, and it goes well with lots of Chinese stir-fried dishes.
• Sesame seeds: Add more nutty flavour to the dish.

How to Make This Easy Beef And Kimchi Fried Rice?

Cook the rice according to pack instructions, set aside.

Heat the oil in a non-stick saucepan or wok on medium heat, add the garlic and ginger, fry for 1 minute, then add the cooked minced beef, soy sauce and sriracha sauce, fry for 2-3 minutes (stir occasionally).

Add the Pak Choi, cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.

Then, add the kimchi and fry for 30 seconds, then add the cooked rice, mix until combined. Add salt and pepper, mix again.

Transfer to a bowl and garnish with spring onion, sesame seeds and chopped parsley. You can drizzle with extra sriracha if you like.

Top Tips

• Make sure to use the best kimchi available as it adds a rich flavour to the fried rice.
• Remember to use medium-high heat while cooking this dish.
• Make sure to constantly stir the rice until all ingredients are evenly combined.
• If the kimchi sticks to the pan, you can add some water to it.
• You can also use homemade kimchi for this recipe.
• If the rice is dry, you can add about 1tbs of water to it and heat it up for a few minutes.
• If you want to keep this dish less sour and spicy, you can reduce the amount of kimchi.
• Feel free to add any garnish of your choice along with sesame seeds, spring onion and coriander.
• If you don't like pak choi or don't find it in your local store, replace it with spinach.
• You can use day-old rice in making this recipe.

Recipe Variations

• You may substitute sesame oil with butter or olive oil if desired.
• You can also use any kind of short-grain rice, including brown rice and red rice.
• Use Gojuchang sauce (Korean chilli paste) or kimchi juice instead of sriracha sauce for some extra spice.
• You can also swap the beef with chicken or turkey based on your preference. You may also use shrimp.
• Make this recipe vegan by using tofu instead of beef.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this Korean dish with a sunny side up egg, beef stir fry, grilled steak, scrambled tofu, green salad or any grilled veggies of your choice.

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