How to make Doenjang JJigae (Korean Soybean Paste Stew) | Recipe 39 - Kusina Everyday

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.

In a large bowl, put the chopped pork liempo.

Add rice wine vinegar and ground black pepper, mix together and set aside.

Heat oil in a large cooking pot.

Put the cubed pork liempo in the pot.

Add 4 tablespoons of seasoned soybean paste and 1 tablespoon of red chilli flakes.

Sauté pork liempo with soybean paste and red chilli flakes, ensuring it mixes well.

Pour in 1 liter of rice wash and add sliced radish.

Bring to a boil for 10 minutes.

Add minced onion and minced garlic.

Add sliced shitake mushrooms, cubed zucchini, and cubed soft tofu.

Add sliced green chilli and cover with a lid, simmering for another 5 minutes.

Pour in 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar.

Lastly, add sliced spring onions and simmer for 2 minutes.

Transfer into a serving bowl and serve hot.

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