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Gyeran Bokkeumbap (계란 볶음밥)

Korea

Gyeran Bokkeumbap

A simple Korean dish made from boiled rice, eggs, and green onion. Quickly cooked in a skillet, it turns out aromatic, slightly crispy, and tender.

Ingredients

Steps

  1. Gyeran Bokkeumbap step 1

    Finely chop the green onion.

  2. Gyeran Bokkeumbap step 2

    Beat the eggs in a bowl with a fork or chopsticks.

  3. Gyeran Bokkeumbap step 3

    Heat a large skillet or wok over medium‑high heat, add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and part of the chopped green onion; stir‑fry until the onion becomes soft and fragrant.

  4. Gyeran Bokkeumbap step 4

    Reduce the heat to medium‑low, pour in the beaten eggs, gently stir until they are almost set but still slightly runny. Transfer the eggs to a plate.

  5. Gyeran Bokkeumbap step 5

    Increase the heat to medium‑high, add another 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, then the remaining green onion; stir‑fry until the onion is soft and fragrant. Add the soy sauce and mix.

  6. Gyeran Bokkeumbap step 6

    Add the rice and stir‑fry, constantly stirring and breaking up clumps, until the rice is evenly heated and slightly toasted.

  7. Gyeran Bokkeumbap step 7

    Return the eggs to the skillet, thoroughly mix with the rice, breaking them up. Season with salt and pepper, then add sesame oil and sesame seeds.