From classic to fun twists
with kimchi
The most iconic food in Korea is Kimchi. A large number of Koreans enjoy kimchi as simply a side dish. Though there are various ways to cook with kimchi and make amazing and delicious dishes. Do you like traditional Korean food? Or do you want to try something with a modern twist? Even if it’s one of the two, you will use kimchi. This is because it can transform any food into something special.
I will share three kimchi food recipes in this blog. One classic dish that Koreans have enjoyed for generations and still love today. I will tell you a variety of stories, including innovative recipes that allow you to look at kimchi from a completely new perspective, and finally, the best combination with kimchi.
The basics are the best: Kimchi Fried Rice
Do you know of a simple but full meal that any Korean would have eaten? It is kimchi fried rice. It is simple, fast, satisfying, and enjoyed when you want something delicious with minimal effort. With a combination of tangy kimchi, rice, and savory seasoning, it is a kimchi dish that is always loved.
Ingredients
- cooked rice 2 cups
- chopped kimchi 1 cup
- kimchi juice 2 teaspoons
- soy sauce 1 teaspoon
- sesame oil 1 teaspoon
- cooking oil 1 teaspoon
- diced spam half cup (it is optional)
- sunny-side up egg 1 (it is for topping)
- seaweed flakes (it is for topping)
- sesame seeds (it is for topping)
Steps
- Heat cooking oil in a pan.
- stir and fry kimchi.
- For 3 minutes, add spam, and cook.
- Put rice, soy sauce, kimchi juice in there and stir well until evenly coated.
- Drizzle with sesame oil and mix again.
- Serve with a fried egg and seaweed flakes and sesame seeds for the toppings.
The fresh yolk of the egg pops and goes completely well with spicy kimchi rice. This makes every mouthful and flavorful at the peak.
The newness you have never tried before: Kimchi Grilled Cheese Sandwich
When you think of grilled cheese, what’s the first food ingredient that comes to your mind? In my case, I think of hot dogs. I’m sure you’ve come up with many different answers, but I don’t think there was kimchi among them. The combination of grilled cheese and kimchi, You can’t imagine? Trust me, it’s going to be delicious. This recipe using Kimchi in a quick, fusion-style is an easy way to enjoy kimchi.
Ingredients
- bread 2 slices
- shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese half cup
- chopped kimchi one-third cup
- butter 1 teaspoon
Ingredients
- Butter one side of each bread slice.
- Heat a pan over medium heat level.
- Place one slice butter-side down.
- Add half of the cheese, then spread kimchi evenly, and after remain cheese to the top.
- Place the second slice of bread on top, butter-side up.
Any guesses on the result? The spicy flavor of kimchi helps remove the greasy texture of the cheese, so the taste stays the same. That’s why it’s the best combination of an unexpected kick. I would recommend it as a snack. It’s crispy on the outside and moist on the inside, so you’ll want to keep eating it.
Perfect Combination: Kimchi Tuna Rice Bowl
Do you know that kimchi and tuna go very well together? In fact, Koreans enjoy kimchi and tuna cooked together, such as stew and pancake. I will tell you about one of them. It is kimchi tuna rice balls you must like. Shaping it into rice balls makes it portable, snackable, and fun. If you bring this cute rice ball dish to a potluck party, you will be a star there.
Ingredients
- cooked rice 1 cups
- chopped kimchi half cup
- a tin of tuna half
- soy sauce 1 teaspoon
- Mayonnaise 3 teaspoons
- sesame oil 1 teaspoon
- seaweed flakes
- Sesame seeds
Steps
- Put rice, kimchi, and tuna in a large bowl.
- Add the sauces there (soy sauce, mayonnaise, sesame oil)
- Mix the ingredients well.
- Sprinkle seaweed flakes and sesame seeds for the toppings and mix well again.
- you make several round shapes with well-mixed rice, and delicious rice balls are completed.
Because of no using fire while you are cooking, This rice ball is so simple and nice. It is great for busy mornings or weekend lunches when you can’t be bothered to cook. Plus, Rice ball is one bite-sized and easy to eat, perfect for taking when you go on a picnic. so why don’t you try making it?
As you can see, kimchi is not just a side dish but a multi ingredient that can adapt to both traditional and modern cooking styles. Kimchi has the salty taste of salt, the spicy taste of peppers, the sour and deep taste of the fermentation process, and the harmonious taste of various ingredients and vegetables. Kimchi with such a variety of flavors, you must eat it! From basic ones to creative snacks, these recipes prove that kimchi truly can do everything.
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