Kimchi Jjigae

Kimchi Jjigae

Kimchi Jjigae is a traditional Korean stew made with fermented kimchi, pork, tofu, and various vegetables.

Ingredients

  • Cooked rice (for serving)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Water (4 cups)
  • Green onions (2 stalks, chopped)
  • Sesame oil (1 tablespoon)
  • Soy sauce (1 tablespoon)
  • Gochujang (korean red pepper paste) (2 tablespoons)
  • Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
  • Onion (1 medium, sliced)
  • Tofu (1 block, cubed)
  • Pork belly (200g, thinly sliced)
  • Kimchi (2 cups, chopped)

Instructions

  1. Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add pork belly and cook until browned.
  3. Add garlic, onion, and chopped kimchi. Stir-fry for a few minutes.
  4. Add gochujang and soy sauce. Mix well.
  5. Pour in water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. Add tofu and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  7. Season with salt to taste.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions.
  9. Serve hot with cooked rice.

Dietary Information

Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 350 • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 25g • Protein: 20g • Sodium: 1200mg • Sugar: 5g