Authentic Korean Kimchi Jjigae Recipe | Spicy Kimchi Stew

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Authentic Korean Kimchi Jjigae Recipe | Spicy Kimchi Stew

 Kimchi Jjigae is one of South Korea's most iconic comfort foods, made with well-fermented kimchi, pork belly, tofu, and a rich, spicy broth seasoned with gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) and gochujang (Korean chili paste). The older the kimchi, the deeper and more complex the flavor of the stew. This hearty one-pot meal is a staple in Korean households and is commonly enjoyed for lunch or dinner alongside steamed rice and a variety of Korean side dishes (banchan). Warm, spicy, tangy, and deeply satisfying, Kimchi Jjigae is the perfect dish for cold weather or whenever you're craving authentic Korean flavors. 

Cooking Method


  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the pork belly and cook until lightly browned.
  3. Stir in the onion and garlic, then sauté for 2 minutes.
  4. Add the chopped kimchi and cook for 5 minutes, allowing it to soften and develop flavor.
  5. Stir in the gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and kimchi juice.
  6. Pour in the broth and bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  8. Gently add the tofu slices and simmer for another 5–7 minutes.
  9. Sprinkle in the sliced green onions and season with black pepper to taste.
  10. Serve hot with steamed rice and your favorite Korean side dishes.

 

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Well-fermented kimchi – 2 cups (400 g), chopped ,, Kimchi juice – ½ cup (120 ml) ,, Pork belly – 12 oz (340 g), thinly sliced

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Firm tofu – 14 oz (400 g), sliced ,,Onion – 1 medium, sliced ,, Garlic – 4 cloves, minced

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Green onion – 2 stalks, sliced ,, Vegetable oil – 1 tbsp

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Broth & Seasoning : Anchovy or chicken broth – 4 cups (960 ml) ,, Gochujang (Korean chili paste) – 1 tbsp ,, Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) – 1 tbsp

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Broth & Seasoning : Soy sauce – 1 tbsp ,, Sugar – 1 tsp

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Broth & Seasoning : Sesame oil – 1 tsp ,, Black pepper – ¼ tsp

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Garnish : Sliced green onions ,, Sesame seeds (optional)

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