Gochujang Egg Fried Rice
A flavorful and spicy twist on traditional fried rice with gochujang, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 tablespoon gochujang
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, bell peppers)
- 2 eggs
- Green onions (sliced, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the sesame oil in a large pan over medium heat until it shimmers.
- Add the mixed vegetables and sauté for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- Stir in the cooked rice, breaking up clumps, and mix well with the vegetables.
- Add the gochujang and soy sauce, stirring until well-coated and heated through for another 2-3 minutes.
- Cook the eggs sunny-side-up in a separate pan until the whites are set and yolks are runny.
- Serve the fried rice topped with a sunny-side-up egg and sprinkled with sliced green onions.
Notes
Use day-old rice for better texture and avoid using warm, freshly cooked rice.