5 Yummy Kimchi Leftover Creations
Kimchi is one side dish that Koreans just can’t get enough of in almost any Korean meal. The great flavour it adds is just undeniable that an authentic Korean dining experience is not complete without a reasonable serving of kimchi. But don’t you know that you can actually whip up more awesomely tasting dishes using your kimchi leftovers? So before you throw that bottle of kimchi away, read first our list of 5 yummy kichi leftover creations below and see for yourself how deliciously versatile kimchi can be:
1. Kimchi Bokkeumbap (Fried Rice)
This is one of the easiest kimchi leftover dishes to make that’s great for breakfast, lunch and even dinner. All you need to have are your kimchi, rice, and your meat of choice (you can experiment with bacon, ham, pork or even chicken). Feel free to add an egg and also some vegetables on the side to make it a balanced meal. This dish emphasizes the point that making delicious dishes in Korean cuisine doesn’t have to be complicated.
2. Kimchi Jigae
This spicy dish is just perfect to heat up your body during the winter season, although kimchi stews can also be eaten anytime. The spiciness of the leftover kimchi just blends well with this dish’s flavourful broth and savoury chunks of meat. You can also add some zucchinis, mushrooms, potatoes and other vegetables that you prefer to diversify the overall taste.
3. Dubu Kimchi (Tofu and Sauteed Kimchi)
This light dish tastes so balanced because the strong flavours of the leftover kimchi are neutralized by the soft yet tasty texture of the tofu. If you want a quick afternoon snack fix that won’t even take so much of your time, then this dish is for you. Don’t forget to put some sesame seeds to add more crunch and also some sugar to add some sweetness into the dish depending on your preference.
4. Kimchi Jun (Pancake)
Kimchi pancakes can be your perfect side, appetizer or even snack. As always, you can experiment by adding your preferred meat and vegetables of your choice into the pancake batter so you can create great-tasting kimchi pancake slices. Make sure that the pancake slices are golden brown and that you serve some soy sauce (or some spicy sauce) on the side to further enrich the flavour.
5. Stir-Fried Brussels Sprouts with Kimchi
Kimchi itself is already a healthy side dish on its own, but you can even make it healthier by pairing it with brussels sprouts. You can also add some bacon, ham, chicken, or even some seafood into the mix to diversify the flavours and so that this dish will appeal to both lovers of meat and vegetables. It is recommended that you use extra virgin olive oil in stir-frying the Brussels sprouts and kimchi for better flavour.
We are so sure that you are excited to try doing these kimchi leftover creations. Feel free to share your own kimchi leftover recipes down on the comments section below. And of course, Korean BBQ Online is always here to fulfil your kimchi cravings. Drop us a line today so we can start delivering kimchi to your doorstep.