Pyongyang Doenjang Stew

Name: Pyongyang Doenjang Stew
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Water', 'amount': '6 cups'}; {'ingredient': 'Doenjang (Korean fermented soybean paste)', 'amount': '1/2 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Tofu', 'amount': '14 ounces, cubed'}; {'ingredient': 'Zucchini', 'amount': '1 medium, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Potato', 'amount': '1 large, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Onion', 'amount': '1 medium, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '4 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Green onions', 'amount': '2, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Sesame oil', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Soy sauce', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Sugar', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Red pepper flakes', 'amount': '1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}

Immerse yourself in the heartwarming flavors of Pyongyang Doenjang Stew, a cherished Korean dish that brings the comfort of home to your table. This traditional stew is crafted with doenjang, a rich fermented soybean paste that boasts deep umami notes and a slight nuttiness. Loaded with wholesome ingredients like fresh zucchini, hearty potatoes, and silky tofu, each spoonful is a nourishing embrace, perfect for chilly evenings. With its roots in Korean culinary history, this stew not only showcases the artistry of fermentation but also offers a glimpse into the communal dining culture of Korea, where meals are enjoyed together, fostering connection and warmth.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Water (6 cups)
Doenjang (Korean fermented soybean paste) (1/2 cup)
Tofu (14 ounces, cubed)
Zucchini (1 medium, sliced)
Potato (1 large, diced)
Onion (1 medium, chopped)
Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
Green onions (2, chopped)
Sesame oil (1 tablespoon)
Soy sauce (1 tablespoon)
Sugar (1 teaspoon)
Red pepper flakes (1 teaspoon (adjust to taste))
Salt (to taste)

Instructions

In a large pot, combine 6 cups of water and 1/2 cup of doenjang. Stir well until the doenjang is completely dissolved.
Add 14 ounces of cubed tofu, 1 sliced zucchini, 1 diced potato, 1 chopped onion, and 4 minced garlic cloves into the pot.
Pour in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Mix all the ingredients well until evenly combined.
Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes and season with salt to taste.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors meld beautifully.
Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or soy sauce if needed.
Serve the stew hot, garnished with chopped green onions, and enjoy with a bowl of steamed rice for a wholesome meal.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 220 • Fat: 10g • Carbs: 20g • Protein: 12g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 2g

Pyongyang Doenjang Stew

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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