Garlic Sesame Kimchi

Method5 steps · about 9 min

1. 1

   Step 1: Preheat a skillet for about 30 seconds. Add 1 Tbsp cooking oil and spread it over the pan.

   Uses 1 Tbsp cooking oil

2. 2

   Step 2: Add the minced garlic (1/2 tsp) and chopped green onion (1/4 cup) to the oiled skillet. Stir over high heat for about 10 seconds.

   Uses Heated cooking oil in the skillet · 1/2 tsp minced garlic · 1/4 cup chopped green onion

3. 3

   Step 3: Add the chopped aged kimchi (1 cup) and optional brown sugar (1/2 tsp). For fresh kimchi only, add 1/2–1 tsp vinegar. Cook over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the kimchi softens.

   Uses sautéed garlic and green onion · 1 cup aged kimchi, chopped · 1/2 tsp brown sugar, optional · 1/2–1 tsp vinegar, only if using fresh kimchi

4. 4

   Step 4: Add the sesame oil (1 Tbsp) and toasted sesame seeds (1 Tbsp) to the softened kimchi. Stir evenly for about 30 seconds, then turn off the heat.

   Uses softened kimchi · 1 Tbsp sesame oil · 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds

5. 5

   Step 5: Serve hot or cold as a side dish, for example with steamed rice. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for 2–3 days.

   Uses garlic sesame kimchi