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Hangover Kimchi Soup

Cultural Context

Originating from Korea, Hangover Kimchi Soup, or Kimchi Jjigae, is a beloved comfort food often enjoyed after a night of festivities. Traditionally made with fermented kimchi, it is celebrated for its rich flavors and restorative qualities. This dish is not only a staple in Korean households but has also gained popularity worldwide, with variations that cater to different tastes and dietary needs.

KoreanKRmain
40 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups kimchi
1 lb pork belly
8 oz tofu
4 green onions
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
2 tablespoons gochugaru
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
6 cups water
8 oz mushrooms
1 medium zucchini
1 egg
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
to taste cabbage
to taste kale
to taste arugula
to taste watercress
to taste bean sprouts
to taste white beans
to taste shrimp
to taste white rice
to taste noodles
to taste cornbread

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

pork belly

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken breast reduces fat while pork shoulder is more affordable.

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Tempeh adds protein and is a great alternative.

gochugaru

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Paprika offers a similar color and mild flavor.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides heart-healthy fats.

1

Boil a whole chicken in a pot to make homemade chicken stock.

2

Smash and thinly slice garlic, then add to the pot.

3

Thinly slice and julienne ginger, then add to the pot.

4

Add kimchi and gochugaru to the pot, mixing well.

5

Add fish sauce and doenjang to the pot for flavor.

6

Add canned beans for protein.

7

Simmer yellow onion in the pot for about 5 minutes.

8

Season the soup with salt and additional gochugaru to taste.

9

Add a handful of cilantro for freshness.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringpoaching

Equipment Needed

potknifecutting boardspoon

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatariandairy-freeegg-free

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Kimchi JjigaeKimchi Stew
Local Name: 해장국

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