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Doenjang Jjigae

A deeply savory soybean paste stew packed with tofu, fresh vegetables, and mushrooms in a rich anchovy broth.

30 minEasyServes 2220 cal/serving

KoreanDinnerStovetopPescatarianHigh ProteinLow CarbDairy-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups anchovy kelp broth
  • 3 tbsp Korean soybean paste
  • 1 tsp Korean chili flakes
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 1 cup zucchini, diced
  • 4 shiitake mushrooms, sliced
  • 8 oz medium firm tofu, cubed
  • 2 stalks green onion, sliced
  • 1 Korean green chili, sliced

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pour 3 cups anchovy kelp broth into a pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Whisk in 3 tbsp Korean soybean paste, 1 tsp Korean chili flakes, and 2 cloves minced garlic until completely dissolved.

  3. 3

    Add 1/2 cup diced yellow onion, 1 cup diced zucchini, and 4 sliced shiitake mushrooms, then cook for 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add 8 oz cubed medium firm tofu, 2 stalks sliced green onion, and 1 sliced Korean green chili, simmering for an additional 3 minutes before serving hot.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for anchovies in Doenjang Jjigae?

The entry for Doenjang Jjigae calls for 3 cups anchovy kelp broth. In its place: A teaspoon of fish sauce or a little miso per two fillets supplies the same savory background. For a vegetarian version, leave them out and add a pinch more salt.

Can I use a different firmness of tofu instead of tofu in Doenjang Jjigae?

Go firmer, not softer. Extra-firm stands in for firm anywhere; anything softer breaks up when it is fried or stirred. Press it for 15 minutes either way. As written, the entry for Doenjang Jjigae uses 8 oz medium firm tofu, cubed.

How hot is Doenjang Jjigae?

Moderately. The heat in Doenjang Jjigae comes from 1 tsp Korean chili flakes and 1 Korean green chili, sliced. For a milder plate, halve the chili flakes; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Is Doenjang Jjigae low-carb?

A serving of Doenjang Jjigae carries 14 g of carbohydrate, 4 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 70 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 14 percent.

Does Doenjang Jjigae contain soy?

Yes: 8 oz medium firm tofu, cubed. The full allergen list for this entry is soy and fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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