Hearty Pork Gochujang Stew: A Family Favorite
Spicy and Rich Gochujang Stew with Generous Pork
This is our family’s go-to Gochujang stew, made with plenty of delicious pork neck. It’s a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any meal.
Main Ingredients- 300g pork neck, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 blocks firm tofu, cut into 2cm cubes
Seasoning & Aromatics- 3 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp perilla oil
- 5 cups rice water (approx. 1L)
- 1/2 stalk green onion, thinly sliced diagonally
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes, adjust to taste)
- 3 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp perilla oil
- 5 cups rice water (approx. 1L)
- 1/2 stalk green onion, thinly sliced diagonally
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes, adjust to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Welcome! Today, I’m sharing a recipe for a crowd-pleasing ‘Pork Neck Gochujang Stew’ that’s sure to become a favorite. It’s wonderfully spicy and has a deep, rich flavor.
Step 2
First, let’s prepare the pork neck, which adds so much flavor to this stew. Cut 300g of pork neck into bite-sized pieces, about 2 to 3 cm. Cutting them larger allows for a more satisfying chew.
Step 3
Heat a pot over medium-high heat and add 1 Tbsp of perilla oil. Add the cut pork neck and stir-fry until it begins to brown. Then, add 1 Tbsp of minced garlic and 3 Tbsp of gochujang. Continue to stir-fry over high heat for 2-3 minutes. This initial stir-frying helps to remove any pork odor and deepens the flavor of the gochujang.
Step 4
Once the pork is nicely browned, pour in 5 cups (approx. 1L) of rice water. Using rice water makes the broth smoother and more savory. If you don’t have rice water, plain water will work, but rice water is highly recommended for best flavor.
Step 5
Cut the 2 blocks of firm tofu into roughly 2cm cubes. Adding them in larger pieces helps them hold their shape while simmering and maintains their tender texture. Carefully add the cubed tofu to the boiling stew.
Step 6
As the stew comes to a rolling boil, add the thinly sliced green onion (about 1/2 stalk). Let it simmer for a few more minutes. The fresh flavor of the green onion will meld into the broth, creating a more complex taste.
Step 7
Finally, for an extra kick of spice, add 1 Tbsp of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes). You can adjust this amount based on your preference. Let it simmer a bit longer for all the flavors to meld together, and your delicious Gochujang stew will be ready.
Step 8
And there you have it! A delicious Pork Neck Gochujang Stew, perfect with a steaming bowl of rice. Enjoy this hearty and flavorful meal with your family!
