Kimchi Jjigae (Korean Kimchi Soup)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 2
Satisfy Your Cravings with Kimchi Jjigae (Korean Kimchi Soup)
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Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/8 lb pork loin ( omit for vegetarian )
1 tablespoon rice wine
3 pinches black pepper
1 cup sour kimchee ( cut into 1x1 , reserve juice )
1/4 white onion , cut into slices
1 green onion , sliced
1/4 cup mushroom ( regular or shiitake )
3 tablespoons sliced anaheim green chili peppers
1 cup tofu ( extra firm , cut into 1/4-inch slices )
1 1/2 cups water
vegetable oil , to coat small pan
4 teaspoons korean chili flakes ( gochugaru )
2 teaspoons korean chili paste ( gochujang )
4 teaspoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic ( fresh or bottled , just not dried )
4 pinches black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
193
Sugar
4g
Fat
11g
Kimchi Jjigae is a classic Korean comfort food that is popular in Korean households and restaurants. It is a type of stew made with aged kimchi, pork, and other vegetables and spices. The dish originated from the millennia-old practice of fermenting food to preserve it during the winter months. The sour and spicy taste of aged kimchi blends perfectly with other ingredients in the soup, creating a unique flavor that is hard to resist.

Instructions

1.Combine the pork loin, rice wine, and black pepper in a bowl.
2.Add the kimchi, white onion, green onion, mushrooms, and green chili peppers to a pot.
3.Add the pork loin mixture to the pot and distribute evenly.
4.Arrange tofu on top of the mixture, cover the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
5.Pour 1 1/2 cups of water into the pot and stirring occasionally, bring everything to a boil.
6.Add the Korean chili flakes, chili paste, soy sauce, garlic, and black pepper into the pot and stir until it is all incorporated.
7.Serve the soup hot in a bowl, drizzled with some additional chili oil or chili flakes if you desire.

PROS

Kimchi Jjigae is a delicious one-pot meal that is easy to prepare and packed with flavor.

It has a nice balance of spicy and sour flavors that is sure to satisfy your cravings, especially on a cold winter day.

CONS

Kimchi Jjigae is not for everyone, especially if you are not a fan of spicy and sour foods.

It may also have a strong smell that some people may find unappealing.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Kimchi is a gut-healthy food that is low in fat and calories. It is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and iron.
It is also rich in probiotics that can help improve your digestive health, boost your immune system, and reduce inflammation.

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