How To Make Kimchi Jjigae

pork belly

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken is leaner, while pork shoulder is more economical.

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Tempeh offers a similar texture with added protein.

gochugaru

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Paprika provides color and flavor, while red pepper flakes are often more accessible.

kimchi

🥗Healthier: fermented vegetables

💰Cheaper: sauerkraut

Fermented vegetables maintain probiotic benefits, while sauerkraut is budget-friendly.

Prepare the dashi as a base for the stew.

Add gochugaru to the dashi for flavor.

Incorporate the aged kimchi into the mixture.

Add silken tofu to the stew.

Garnish with chopped scallions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Dietary

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