Fried Rice (Gochujang)
Ingredients
Scaled from 4 4 servings (approx. 1.5 cups per serving)
- 2 c. short-grain white rice
- 3 Tbsp. gochujang (or sriracha or chili garlic sauce)
- 3 Tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1 ½ Tbsp. honey or light agave
- 2 tsp. rice vinegar
- 4 Tbsp. sesame oil, divided
- 2 large shallots, chopped
- ¾ tsp. grated fresh ginger
- 2 large cloves garlic, grated
- 2 medium carrots, coarsely grated
- 2 Tbsp. toasted sesame seeds, plus more for sprinkling
- 4 c. baby spinach
- 4 large eggs
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- ½ c. cilantro leaves
- Kimchi, for serving
Instructions
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Cook rice per pkg. directions (see Note).
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Spread onto parchment-lined baking sheet and cool in refrigerator 20 minutes.
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In small bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, honey, and vinegar; set aside.
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Heat 3 tablespoons oil in large nonstick pan on medium.
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Add shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and tender, 4 to 5 minutes.
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Stir in ginger and garlic and cook 30 sec.
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Add rice and toss to coat, then foldin carrots. Create well in center andpour in gochujang mixture.
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Fold to combine and cook, stirring occasionally, until rice is hot and beginning to crisp, 5 to 6 minutes.
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Reduce heat to low and fold in sesame seeds and spinach until wilted.
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In nonstick or cast-iron skillet, heat remaining tablespoon oil on medium and cook eggs to desired doneness.
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Serve over rice topped with scallions, cilantro and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 525 |
|---|---|
| Fat | 24 |
| Saturated fat | 4 |
| Trans fat | 0 |
| Unsaturated fat | 20 |
| Cholesterol | 186 |
| Sodium | 940 |
| Carbohydrates | 62 |
| Fiber | 4 |
| Sugar | 8 |
| Protein | 16 |