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Easy Korean SPICY TOFU SOUP Recipe | Soondubu Jjigae (순두부찌개)

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Soondubu Jjigae

Cultural Context

Soondubu Jjigae, a beloved Korean stew, originates from the coastal regions of Korea, where fresh seafood and soft tofu are abundant. Traditionally enjoyed as a comforting meal, it often features variations with seafood or meat, showcasing the versatility of the dish. Today, it has gained popularity worldwide, with many restaurants offering their unique takes on this hearty stew.

KoreanKRmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 Dashi Pack
3 cups Water
2 tbsp Vegetable or Canola Oil
50 grams Minced Pork
1 tbsp Garlic
3 stalks Scallions (Chopped, Save 1/4 for garnish)
1 large Onion (Chopped, Save 1/4 for garnish)
2 tbsp Korean Red Pepper Powder
2 tbsp Soy Sauce for Soup
Salt and Pepper (To taste)
Fish Sauce (To taste)
Hondashi (To taste)
1 medium-size Zucchini (Sliced moon-shaped or diced)
4 pcs Shiitake Mushroom (Sliced)
1 whole-body Squid (Sliced to bitesize)
1 cup Clams
4 pcs Shrimp
2 packs Soft Tofu Stew (200g each)
2 pcs Egg
1

Prepare your dashi stock by boiling one dashi packet in water for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare your other ingredients.

2

In high heat, with a splash of oil, sauté the pork and let it render.

3

Throw in the onion and scallion, mix, and let it sweat until fragrant.

4

Add Korean pepper powder and garlic, then sauté.

5

Season with soy sauce and sauté again.

6

Add the dashi stock and season with salt and pepper, then taste. The soup should be delicious at this point.

7

Let soup boil then add the seafood. Let it cook for a couple of minutes.

8

Add the vegetables and the rest of the onion and let boil.

9

Once boiling again, add the silken tofu. Divide it into big chunks, and let boil.

10

Lastly, throw in an egg or two then garnish with scallions.

11

Taste and season along the way, add fish sauce or hondashi as needed.

12

Remove any impurities coming up.

13

Serve in a ttukbaegi with a bowl of freshly cooked white rice.

Equipment Needed

ttukbaegi

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

soymilk

Also Known As

Korean Spicy Tofu Soup Soondubu Jjigae
Local Name: 순두부찌개

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