Delicious Kimchi Jjigae Recipe to Spice Up Your Meal

Kimchi jjigae or kimchi stew is a popular Korean dish that is packed with bold flavors and a spicy kick. This hearty stew is made with kimchi, a traditional Korean side dish made from fermented vegetables, and is often served with rice or noodles. Here's how to make this delicious and easy recipe:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of kimchi
• 1/2 pound of pork belly or shoulder
• 1/2 onion, sliced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 3 cups of water
• 1 tablespoon of gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1 tablespoon of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
• 1 teaspoon of sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon of sesame oil
• 1/2 block of tofu, diced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cut the pork belly or shoulder into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
2. In a pot or a deep pan, sauté the pork until browned and crispy.

3. Add sliced onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until fragrant.
4. Add kimchi, gochujang, gochugaru, sugar, and water to the pot. Stir to combine.

5. Bring the mixture to a boil and then lower the heat to medium-low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the pork is tender and the kimchi has softened.
6. Add diced tofu to the pot and stir gently to combine.

7. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes, or until the tofu is heated through.
8. Drizzle sesame oil over the top of the stew and serve hot with rice or noodles.

Kimchi jjigae is a flavorful and comforting dish that is perfect for cold winter nights or anytime you want to add some spice to your meal. Give this easy recipe a try and enjoy the bold flavors of Korean cuisine!