Sugar-Free Kimchi Fried Rice
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and healthy Sugar-Free Kimchi Fried Rice, a guilt-free take on the classic Korean-inspired favorite! Bursting with bold flavors, this dish combines the tangy spice of sugar-free kimchi with nutrient-packed veggies like carrots, peas, and green onions, all stir-fried to perfection with hearty brown rice. Protein-rich scrambled eggs and a drizzle of sesame oil add irresistible richness, while sesame seeds provide a subtle, nutty crunch. With just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking time, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy schedules without compromising on taste. Perfect as a flavorful main dish or a creative side, this sugar-free, wholesome fried rice ensures every bite is as nourishing as it is satisfying. Keywords: sugar-free kimchi fried rice, healthy fried rice recipe, quick and easy dinner ideas, Korean-inspired weeknight meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 cup kimchi (without added sugar)
- 1 medium, diced carrot
- 2 stalks, sliced green onions
- 0.5 cup frozen peas
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 large egg
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and diced carrot to the pan, and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until the carrot softens.
Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and crack the eggs on the empty side. Scramble them until fully cooked.
Mix the scrambled eggs with the vegetables and add the sliced green onions and frozen peas to the pan. Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the cooked brown rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps. Stir well to combine with the vegetables and eggs.
Chop the kimchi into bite-sized pieces and add it to the pan along with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.
Stir-fry the mixture for about 5 minutes until everything is heated through and well combined.
Season with 0.5 teaspoons of salt if needed, tasting to adjust flavor.
Transfer the kimchi fried rice to serving plates and sprinkle evenly with sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1118 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.1 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 21.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 439 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 4573 mg | 199% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 129.0 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 36.8 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 227 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1424 mg | 30% | |
*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.
