Kimchibokkeum || Stir-fried Kimchi, 炒辛奇, 炒辛奇, キムチ炒め, 김치볶음 Leave a comment

Kimchi Bokkeum is a popular Korean side dish made by stir-frying kimchi with other ingredients like pork belly, onions, and eggs. It’s a simple yet delicious dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish.

Ingredients:

• Kimchi, chopped
• Pork belly, sliced (optional)
• Onion, sliced
• Garlic, minced
• Gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
• Sesame oil
• Soy sauce
• Sugar
• Egg (optional)

Instructions:

1. Sauté the Pork Belly:
   • If using pork belly, heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté the pork belly until browned.
2. Add the Kimchi and Vegetables:
   • Add the chopped kimchi, onion, and garlic to the skillet.
   • Stir-fry until the kimchi is softened and the flavors are well-combined.
3. Season the Dish:
   • Add gochugaru, soy sauce, and sugar to taste.
   • Stir-fry until the flavors are well-blended.
4. Add the Egg (Optional):
   • Crack an egg into the skillet and scramble it with the kimchi mixture.
5. Serve:
   • Serve hot with a bowl of rice.

Tips:

• For a spicier dish, add more gochugaru.
• You can adjust the sweetness and saltiness of the dish to your preference.
• If you don’t have pork belly, you can use other types of meat, such as sausage or spam.
• You can also add other vegetables, such as mushrooms or bell peppers, to the dish.