Cut 300g of well-aged, tangy kimchi and 100g of spam into small pieces, about the size of a fingertip.
Place a pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter, allowing it to melt fully.
Add the chopped kimchi to the melted butter and sauté over medium heat for about 2 minutes, stirring continuously until the kimchi softens and releases its aroma.
Add 1 tablespoon of gochujang, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, and 1/2 tablespoon of sugar. Mix thoroughly for about 30 seconds to eliminate the raw smell of the gochujang.
Add the prepared spam and continue to stir-fry for another 30 seconds, ensuring the meat blends evenly with the seasoning.
Reduce the heat to low or turn off the flame briefly to prevent burning, then add 2 packs of instant rice. Mix gently, pressing the rice into the seasoning to coat evenly.
Once the rice is well-coated, increase the heat back to medium and continue frying until the rice becomes dry and slightly crispy, pressing it into the pan’s bottom for a grainy texture.
Turn off the heat when the desired texture is reached, then top with a fried egg according to personal preference.
Dice kimchi and spam, then sauté kimchi in butter over medium heat for 2 minutes.
Add gochujang, oyster sauce, sugar, and spam in sequence, stirring constantly to ensure even coating without clumping.
Lower the heat, mix in the rice evenly, then return to medium heat and fry until the rice is pressed into the pan and crisp.
Cooking tips 💡
You can substitute butter for margarine; use unsalted butter for best results.
When mixing rice with seasoning, reduce the heat or turn off the flame to prevent burning and ensure even absorption.
After cooking, spread the rice flat on the pan and lightly press it down—this helps evaporate moisture, resulting in a crisp, crunchy, and nutty texture.
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