
Korean Kimchi Jjigae
Kimchi Jjigae is a traditional Korean stew made with fermented kimchi, pork, tofu, and various vegetables.
Ingredients
- Water (4 cups)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 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
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the pork belly slices. Cook until browned and crispy.
- Add the minced garlic and sliced onion to the pot. Cook until the onion is translucent.
- Add the chopped kimchi, gochujang, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Stir well to combine.
- Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add the cubed tofu and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped green onions.
- Serve hot with steamed 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