Name: Kimchi Jigae Stew
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 2 cups kimchi (chopped); 1 block tofu (cubed); 1 onion (sliced); 2-3 cloves garlic (minced); 1 tbsp gochujang ((Korean red chili paste)); 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp sesame oil; 4 cups water (or broth); 1/2 lb pork belly (or pork shoulder, sliced (optional)); green onions (sliced for garnish); sesame seeds (for garnish)

Kimchi Jigae Stew

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Kimchi Jigae is a popular Korean stew made with kimchi, tofu, vegetables, and often pork or seafood. It’s a spicy and flavorful dish that is rich in probiotics and nutrients.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Total Time 1

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: Korean

Calories: 437

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Ingredients

2 cups kimchi chopped
1 block tofu cubed
1 onion sliced
2-3 cloves garlic minced
1 tbsp gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
4 cups water or broth
1/2 lb pork belly or pork shoulder, sliced (optional)
green onions sliced for garnish
sesame seeds for garnish

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Method

In a large pot, sauté the sliced onions and minced garlic until fragrant.
Add the pork (if using) and cook until browned.
Add the chopped kimchi and stir-fry for a few minutes.
Stir in the gochujang and soy sauce.
Add water or broth and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and let it cook for about 20 minutes.
Add the cubed tofu and cook for another 10 minutes.
Drizzle with sesame oil and stir to combine.
Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 437kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 16gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 574mgPotassium: 262mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 68IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 163mgIron: 3mg

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