Teresa's Recipes
Authentic Korean Army Stew (Budae Jjigae)
Travel to the heart of South Korea with this warming and comforting one-pot meal. Popularly known as Budae Jjigae or 'Army Stew', this dish is a hearty fusion of American and Korean ingredients, a delicious testament to Korea's post-war era. Bursting with the bold flavors of spam, sausages, kimchi, and gochujang, it's sure to become a favorite comfort food!
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
- 4 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2, chopped Green onions
- 1, sliced Onion
- 1 can Canned baked beans
- 1 block, cubed Firm tofu
- 1 cup, chopped Kimchi
- 2 packets Instant ramen noodles
- 4, sliced Sausages
- 1 can, sliced Spam
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 550
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: 40g
- Protein: 25g
- Sodium: 2000mg
- Sugar: 10g
Instructions
- Heat the sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the sliced spam and sausages, and sauté until they are browned.
- Stir in the sliced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add the chopped kimchi and continue to sauté for a few more minutes.
- Stir in the gochujang, soy sauce, sugar, and more sesame oil. Mix well until everything is evenly coated.
- Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, add the instant ramen noodles, cubed tofu, and canned baked beans. Let it simmer until the noodles are fully cooked.
- Garnish with the chopped green onions just before serving.
- Serve piping hot and enjoy this comforting Korean stew!
Tips
- For an extra kick, add some sliced chili peppers or more gochujang.
- You can also add other ingredients like mushrooms, American cheese, or baked beans for more depth of flavor.
- Serve with a side of rice and kimchi for a complete meal.