Savory Budae Jjigae: A Cozy Comfort Food for All!

Budae Jjigae is a hearty Korean stew that delivers warmth and flavor with every spoonful, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Course Main dishes

Cuisine Korean

Servings servings

Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

Large pot

Ingredients

For the Broth

4 cups water
1 cup kimchi brings a tangy flavor

For the Proteins

1 cup Spam diced
1 cup hot dogs sliced
1 cup tofu cubed

For Seasoning

1 tablespoon gochujang Korean red pepper paste
1 tablespoon gochugaru Korean red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon soy sauce

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions for Budae Jjigae

Combine broth ingredients: In a large pot, pour in 4 cups of water and add 1 cup of kimchi along with 1 cup of cubed tofu. Set the heat to medium and bring this mixture to a gentle boil, which should take around 5–7 minutes.
Add meaty ingredients: Once the broth is boiling, add 1 cup of diced spam and 1 cup of sliced hot dogs to the pot. Stir the ingredients together and let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Season the stew: Stir in 1 tablespoon of gochujang, 1 tablespoon of gochugaru, and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce. Continue to simmer for about 10 minutes while stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust flavors: After simmering, taste your Budae Jjigae. If you crave more heat, adjust the spice levels by adding more gochujang or gochugaru and simmer for another 2–3 minutes.

Notes

Use quality kimchi for the best taste. Feel free to switch out proteins like chicken or seafood. Serve with steamed rice or pickled vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Keyword Budae Jjigae, Comfort Food, Hearty Meal, Korean stew, quick dinner, spicy stew

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