Kimchi Jjigae (Spicy Kimchi Stew) Recipe
Spicy Kimchi Stew w Pork. The perfect meal for cold winter days! ^^
Ingredients
- 200 grams pork (any non-fatty cut), cut into small pieces
- 600 grams pork belly ideal
- 2 cups kimchi (riper the better)
- 3 tbsp gochugaru (red pepper flakes)
- ½ cup kimchi liquid
- 1 block firm tofu, cubed
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 6 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp crushed sesame seeds (mortar n pestle ideal)
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp salt and pepper
Directions
- In a large pot over high heat, sear the pork belly on all sides until slightly charred, about 10~15 minutes depending on thickness. Remove pork and save remaining oil.
- Add sliced kimchi, small pieces of pork, and seasoning, saute for 10 minutes.
- Add the large chunk of pork back into the pot, refill with water to cover kimchi and pork. Bring to a soft boil about 20~25 minutes. Add water as needed.
- Add cubed tofu and remove pork. Bring to a rapid boil and then turn off heat, let sit for a minimum of 10 minutes. Let pork sit for a few minutes before slicing into thin pieces.
- Serve hot with rice and banchan (side dish). Garnish with scallions, toasted sesame seeds, and gim jaban (roasted seaweed) if available.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 372g | |
| Recipe makes 2 servings | |
| Calories 380 | |
| Calories from Fat 201 | 53% |
| Total Fat 22.74g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat 4.29g | 17% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 43mg | 14% |
| Sodium 1808mg | 75% |
| Potassium 971mg | 28% |
| Total Carbs 21.18g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.5g | 12% |
| Sugars 11.32g | 8% |
| Protein 24.52g | 39% |
