Korean Doenjang Jjigae Recipe

Korean · Soup · 30 min total

A hearty and comforting Korean soybean paste stew, packed with vegetables and tofu, perfect for a warming meal.

Ingredients

• 3 cups water
• 3 tablespoons doenjang (Korean soybean paste)
• 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
• 1/2 medium onion, sliced
• 1 small zucchini, sliced into half-moons
• 1/2 cup Korean radish or daikon, sliced
• 1/2 cup firm tofu, cubed
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Instructions

1. In a medium pot, bring water to a boil. Dissolve doenjang and gochugaru in the water, stirring well.
2. Add onion, zucchini, and radish. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Add tofu and garlic. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
4. Stir in green onions and sesame oil. Remove from heat and serve hot.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Tips

• For a richer broth, use anchovy stock instead of water.
• Serve with a bowl of steamed rice and kimchi.
• Add sliced mushrooms or potatoes for extra heartiness.

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