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Sundubu Jjigae

A spicy Korean soft tofu stew simmered with pork, kimchi, and aromatic chili flakes in a rich broth. Served bubbling hot with a fresh egg cracked in right before eating.

30 minEasyServes 2380 cal/serving

KoreanSoupStovetopHigh ProteinLow CarbDairy-FreeNut-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 oz pork shoulder, diced
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp Korean chili flakes
  • 2 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup napa cabbage kimchi, chopped
  • 2 cups kelp and anchovy broth
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 11 oz extra soft uncurdled tofu
  • 1 egg
  • 2 stems green onion, sliced

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil in a small pot over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add 4 oz diced pork shoulder and 2 tsp minced garlic, cooking for 3 minutes until meat reaches 160°F.

  3. 3

    Stir in 2 tbsp Korean chili flakes and 1/2 cup chopped napa cabbage kimchi, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant chili oil forms.

  4. 4

    Pour in 2 cups kelp and anchovy broth and 1 tbsp soy sauce, bringing the broth to a rapid boil.

  5. 5

    Add 11 oz extra soft uncurdled tofu in large spoonfuls, simmer for 4 minutes, top with 2 stems sliced green onion, and crack 1 egg into the bubbling pot.

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Questions

What is Sundubu Jjigae?

A spicy Korean soft tofu stew simmered with pork, kimchi, and aromatic chili flakes in a rich broth. Served bubbling hot with a fresh egg cracked in right before eating. This reference files it under Korean soup: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 30 minutes start to finish.

What internal temperature should Sundubu Jjigae reach?

For Sundubu Jjigae, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of anchovies in Sundubu Jjigae?

The entry for Sundubu Jjigae calls for 2 cups kelp and anchovy 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.

How hot is Sundubu Jjigae?

Moderately. The heat in Sundubu Jjigae comes from 2 tbsp Korean chili flakes. For a milder plate, halve the gochugaru; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Does Sundubu Jjigae contain sesame?

Yes: 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, eggs, soy, fish and sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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