How to make Doenjang jjigae 🥘دوينجانج جيجيجاي

doenjang

🥗Healthier: miso

💰Cheaper: soybean paste

Miso offers a similar umami flavor and is often more accessible.

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Tempeh provides a firmer texture and more protein.

zucchini

🥗Healthier: yellow squash

💰Cheaper: carrots

Carrots add sweetness and color.

potato

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: turnip

Turnip is a low-calorie alternative with a unique flavor.

Cut the frozen meat into very thin slices for easy cooking.

In a pan over medium heat, add a little oil and the sliced meat, stirring well for two minutes.

After two minutes, add the minced garlic.

Add 2 cups of water and let it cook for 10 minutes.

Cut the potato, onion, and half zucchini into cubes.

After 10 minutes, add the cubed vegetables and 1/4 cup of soybean paste on top of the meat and mix well.

Cover with a lid and let it cook for another 10 minutes.

Cut the tofu into cubes carefully as it is very soft, using only half a piece.

After 10 minutes, add the tofu and stir carefully to avoid breaking it.

Add 1/2 spoon of gochugaru and stir carefully again.

Garnish with spring onions and red peppers before serving.

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