Authentic Korean BBQ Restaurant Doenjang Jjigae Recipe
The Taste of Korean BBQ Restaurants! Doenjang Jjigae Recipe at Home
That deeply satisfying flavor from Korean BBQ restaurants! It’s not just doenjang; adding ‘this’ ingredient makes all the difference. Discover the secret to elevating your doenjang jjigae to a whole new level of savory goodness.
Korean BBQ Doenjang Jjigae Key Ingredients- 1 Tbsp cooking oil (sesame or vegetable oil)
- 3 Tbsp soybean paste (doenjang) (adjust if using homemade)
- 2.5 Tbsp ssamjang (the secret to deep umami!)
- 1/2 Tbsp red pepper paste (gochujang) (for a touch of spice and color)
- 850ml water (about 4.5 cups)
- 1/2 medium onion
- A suitable amount of zucchini (about 1/4 medium)
- 1 Cheongyang pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- A little white part of green onion (for aromatic freshness)
- A pinch of black pepper (enhances flavor!)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
In a pot, heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil over medium-low heat. Add 3 tablespoons of doenjang, 2.5 tablespoons of ssamjang, and 1/2 tablespoon of gochujang. Stirring these pastes together is the key to achieving that authentic Korean BBQ restaurant flavor.
Step 2
Sauté the pastes for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly with a spatula to prevent burning. You’ll notice a savory aroma developing as the ingredients meld. This sautéing step removes any harshness and locks in deep umami.
Step 3
Pour 850ml of water into the pot, stirring to dissolve the sautéed pastes. The broth will become wonderfully aromatic and savory.
Step 4
Once the water comes to a rolling boil, add the chopped onion and zucchini. Reduce the heat to medium and let it simmer until the vegetables are tender.
Step 5
When the zucchini and onion become translucent and tender, add the finely chopped Cheongyang pepper and green onion. This adds a pleasant spiciness and fresh aroma. Feel free to add other ingredients like tofu or mushrooms at this stage if you like.
Step 6
Finish by sprinkling a pinch of black pepper. Your delicious Korean BBQ-style Doenjang Jjigae is now ready to be enjoyed with a bowl of rice!
