Gluten-Free Kimchi Fried Rice

Elevate your weeknight meals with this bold and flavorful Gluten-Free Kimchi Fried Rice, a quick and easy one-pan dish perfect for satisfying your cravings. Packed with the tangy heat of fermented kimchi, crisp vegetables, and fluffy jasmine rice, this recipe shines with layers of umami boosted by gluten-free tamari sauce and nutty sesame oil. Scrambled eggs add protein, while optional nori sheets provide a savory finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this vibrant rice dish comes together effortlessly, making it a versatile gluten-free dinner or lunch option. Garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, it’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for anyone seeking a spicy and wholesome spin on a classic fried rice recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked jasmine or short-grain rice
• 1 cup Kimchi
• 2 tablespoons Kimchi juice
• 2 tablespoons Gluten-free tamari sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 4 Green onions, sliced
• 2 Eggs
• 1 Carrot, diced
• 0.5 cup Frozen peas
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 1 Nori sheets, sliced (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.

Step 2

Crack the eggs into a bowl and beat lightly. Add the eggs to the pan and scramble until cooked through. Remove the scrambled eggs from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the pan. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced carrot and cook for 2-3 minutes until tender.

Step 5

Stir in the kimchi and cook for another 2 minutes. Add the peas and cook for 1 additional minute.

Step 6

Add the cooked rice to the pan and break up any clumps with a spoon. Stir in the kimchi juice, tamari sauce, and sesame oil.

Step 7

Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the rice is heated through and slightly crispy, about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Add the scrambled eggs back to the pan and mix well.

Step 9

Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then toss in the sliced green onions.

Step 10

Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced nori sheets, if using.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy your gluten-free kimchi fried rice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1312.7 grams (1312.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1760

Total Fat 58.10g	74%
Saturated Fat 10.30g	52%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.10g
Cholesterol 372mg	124%
Sodium 4217mg	183%
Total Carbohydrate 262.10g	95%
Dietary Fiber 15.90g	57%
Total Sugars 13.40g
Protein 49.40g	99%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 338mg	26%
Iron 16mg	86%
Potassium 1562mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.6%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 59.3%