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Kimchi Stew

Cultural Context

Kimchi Stew, or Kimchi Jjigae, is a beloved Korean dish that originated as a way to use up old kimchi. It is a staple comfort food, often enjoyed with rice and shared among family. Traditionally made with pork, it has evolved to include various proteins and vegetables, making it versatile and popular worldwide. Today, it's a symbol of Korean home cooking, cherished for its bold flavors and warming qualities.

KoreanKRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
350g pork (pork shoulder or pork belly)
1/2 onion
1 small green onion
4 pieces kimchi
1 tablespoon garlic
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons tuna sauce
3 tablespoons cooking wine
2 tablespoons gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
1 tablespoon sugar
100ml kimchi juice
300ml water
200g tofu

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken is leaner, while tofu is plant-based and budget-friendly.

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: extra firm tofu

Tempeh offers a nuttier flavor and more protein.

gochugaru

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika can mimic the color and mild heat of gochugaru.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

1

Prepare 350g of pork, preferably pork shoulder or pork belly, and cut it into bite-sized pieces.

2

Slice half an onion thickly.

3

Chop one small green onion diagonally.

4

Cut the kimchi into bite-sized pieces without removing the filling.

5

In a pan, add a tablespoon of oil and heat it up.

6

Add the pork to the pan and stir-fry until browned.

7

Add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic and the sliced onion to the pan and continue to stir-fry.

8

Once the pork is browned, add the chopped kimchi and stir-fry again.

9

Season with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of tuna sauce, and 3 tablespoons of cooking wine.

10

Add 2 tablespoons of gochugaru and 1 tablespoon of sugar, mixing well.

11

Pour in 100ml of kimchi juice and 300ml of water, adjusting the amount of water based on desired soupiness.

12

Cover the pot and let it simmer.

13

Cut 200g of tofu into bite-sized pieces and add it to the stew after it has simmered for a while.

14

Adjust seasoning with salt or fish sauce if needed, based on the saltiness of the kimchi.

15

Add the chopped green onion at the end and sprinkle some gochugaru on top.

16

Finish with a tablespoon of sesame oil for added flavor.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Kimchi Jjigae김치찌개
Local Name: 김치찌개

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