Kimchi Fried Rice

5 from 1 vote

My version of kimchi fried rice is oil-free, loaded with vegetables and fabulous flavors. Topped with kimchi grilled tofu and crumbled seaweed, this bowl of rice is a meal with all the nutritional benefits needed in a day. And, it cooks in a wok in 15 minutes.

Prep Time15 mins

Cook Time15 mins

Total Time30 mins

Course: Entrees

Cuisine: Asian

Diet: Vegan

Servings: servings

Calories: 185kcal

Author: Kathy Carmichael

Equipment

San-J Organic Gluten Free Soy Sauce Tamari -- 10 fl oz - 2 pc

Ingredients

½ cup green onions sliced thin (half cooked; half reserved for garnish)
½ cup white onion diced
1 inch fresh ginger grated
8 ounces mushrooms chopped (yield 1 cup)
½ cup red bell pepper diced
½ cup shredded carrots
1 ½ cup kimchi chopped (retain ¼ cup juice for cooking)
3 cups cooked brown rice or rice of choice
¼ soy sauce or Tamari gluten-free option
3 jalapenos seeds, and veins removed and sliced into rings (optional)

Garnish (optional)

¼ cup green onions reserved half from ingredient list
1 sheet seaweed sushi paper crumbled
2 limes cut into wedges

Kimchi Grilled Tofu (optional)

14 ounces extra firm or sprouted tofu extra-firm tofu should be pressed

Tofu marinade

¼ cup kimchi juice
⅛ cup soy sauce or Tamari gluten-free option
2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
¼ inch fresh ginger grated

Instructions

PREPARING THE TOFU (OPTIONAL)

Press the tofu, removing excess fluid
Cut into four equal slabs
Combine marinade ingredients by whisking together
Place tofu and marinade in a container overnight

COOKING THE TOFU (OPTIONS)HOW TO GRILL TOFU

Preheat grill to 400 degrees
Place a grill mat on the grill (you can also use a grill pan, or if you are careful, you can place the tofu directly on the grill.
Cook for about 16 minutes total, flipping every 4 minutes.
Remove from the grill and place back in the marinade until ready to use.
Then, cut it into strips or cubes

BAKING TOFU IS JUST AS EASY

Simply follow the same pressing and marinating process.
Then, preheat the oven to 400 degrees
Place cut or uncut tofu on a silicone baking mat or parchment paper
Cook for 15 minutes
Remove from oven and flip tofu over; cook for an additional 15 minutes.

AIR-FRYING TOFU

Or, you can also air-fry jerk tofu, but I suggest air-frying and adding the jerk marinade after.
Simply follow the same pressing and marinating process.
Set air fryer temperature at 375 degrees
Cook 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket a couple of times through the cooking process

COOKING KIMCHI FRIED RICE

Heat a wok or deep skillet to medium-high
Add garlic, grated ginger, half the scallions, and diced onions
Cook until onions become translucent
Add mushrooms and a small amount of kimchi juice
Cook for a few minutes. Then add asparagus, red bell peppers, jalapenos, and carrots.
Cook for a few minutes, and then add chopped kimchi and remaining kimchi juice.
Cook or about 3 minutes until heated through.
Now, add cooked brown rice and soy sauce (Tamarri)
Toss rice into vegetables and kimchi mixture, until the rice begins to loosen.

SERVING KIMCHI FRIED RICE

Serve rice in individual bowls
Add kimchi tofu (optional)
Sprinkle with remaining green onions, crumbled seaweed, and a lime slice
Additional soy sauce (Tamari) on the side, as well as Sriracha.
Serve with chopsticks or a fork.
Enjoy

Notes

WHAT IS KIMCHI?

Kimchi, a staple in Korean cuisine, is a traditional side dish of salted and fermented vegetables, such as napa cabbage and Korean radish, made with a widely varying selection of seasonings including gochujang, spring onions, garlic, and ginger.

Nutrition