Kimchi Jjigae - Spicy Kimchi Stew with Pork or Tofu Recipe

Looking for a spicy and comforting stew that's packed with flavor and nutrition? Look no further than Kimchi Jjigae! This traditional Korean dish is simple to make and bursting with bold, tangy flavors. Plus, it's easily customizable to suit your preferences - whether you prefer pork or tofu, or a little bit of both.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of kimchi, chopped
• 1/2 pound of pork belly or tofu, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
• 1 tablespoon of gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
• 4 cups of water or broth
• 2 scallions, chopped
• 1 tablespoon of sesame oil

Instructions:

1. Heat sesame oil in a pot over medium heat. Add sliced pork belly or tofu and cook until browned.
2. Add sliced onion and minced garlic. Cook until onion is translucent.
3. Add chopped kimchi, gochugaru, and gochujang. Stir to combine.
4. Add water or broth and soy sauce. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
5. Garnish with chopped scallions and serve hot with rice.

Tips:

• For a vegetarian version, skip the pork belly and use tofu instead.
• Adjust the spiciness to your liking by adding more or less gochugaru and gochujang.
• Kimchi Jjigae is traditionally served with rice, but can also be enjoyed on its own.