Kimchi jjigae

Kimchi Jjigae is a Korean dish that is made with kimchi, pork, and other vegetables. The dish is said to have originated during the Joseon Dynasty, when kimchi was first introduced to Korea. Kimchi Jjigae was likely created as a way to use up leftover kimchi, and it quickly became a popular dish among the Korean people.

Today, Kimchi Jjigae is still a popular dish in Korea, and it can be found in many restaurants. The dish is often made with pork, but chicken or beef can also be used. Kimchi Jjigae is typically served with rice and a side of kimchi.

Advice

When making kimchi jjigae, it is important to remember that the ingredients are the key to success. Start by combining the kimchi, garlic, onion, and anchovy stock in a pot, and simmer the mixture for at least thirty minutes. This will help to bring out the flavors. Be sure to season it with some gochugaru, or red pepper flakes, for a spicy kick. Finally, add any additional ingredients you like, such as tofu, mushrooms, or pork. Enjoy your delicious kimchi jjigae!

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Recipes

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Kimchi Jjigae (Kimchi Soup)

  • kimchi juice
  • pork belly
  • ginger
  • korean red pepper flake
  • fish sauce
  • sesame oil
  • onion
  • kimchi
  • soy sauce
  • butter
  • korean red pepper paste
  • garlic
  • water
  • silken tofu
  • korean chive
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Kimchi Jjigae With Ribs

  • white rice
  • salt
  • fish sauce
  • gochugaru
  • maesil cheong
  • butter
  • ginger
  • onion
  • watercress
  • rack back rib
  • kimchi
  • garlic
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Kimchi Jjigae

  • rice
  • gochujang
  • onion
  • napa cabbage kimchi
  • gochugaru
  • green onion
  • pork belly
  • tofu

Ingredient Breakdown

 
pork belly
fish sauce
onion
butter
kimchi juice
ginger
sesame oil
kimchi
garlic
water
gochugaru
gochujang
green onion
tofu
korean red pepper flake
soy sauce
korean red pepper paste
silken tofu
korean chive
white rice
salt
maesil cheong
watercress
rack back rib
rice
napa cabbage kimchi
sesame seed
sugar
pork bone

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