Pork and Potato Stew Over Rice (Gamja Dwaeji Jjageuli Deopbap)
♥ [Newlywed’s Table Must-Have] Hearty Pork and Potato Stew Rice Bowl
Steaming hot rice topped with a savory and comforting pork and potato stew, bursting with flavor! This dish, featuring tender potatoes and rich pork, is guaranteed to revive even the most dormant appetite. It’s incredibly easy to make, just requiring a good simmer. How about making this delicious jjageuli deopbap your menu tonight? It’s a visually appealing and deeply satisfying meal.
Main Ingredients- 5 strips Pork Belly (approx. 300g)
- 4-5 Baby Potatoes (medium size)
- 1/2 Carrot
- 1/2 Onion
- 1/2 Korean Zucchini (Hobak)
- 1 Green Onion (Scallion)
- 50g Tofu
- 2 Eggs
- Seaweed Flakes (Gim garu) – to taste
- 3 cups Water (approx. 600ml)
Seasoning Paste- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 3 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Oyster Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1 tsp Ginger Powder
- 2 Tbsp Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Mirin (or cooking wine)
- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 3 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Oyster Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1 tsp Ginger Powder
- 2 Tbsp Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Mirin (or cooking wine)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, the foundation of a delicious rice bowl is the rice itself! Cook fluffy, separate grains of rice. Using a good quality rice like ‘Gyeonggimi Chamdream Rice’ will add a beautiful sheen and enhance the flavor.
Step 2
Now, let’s prepare the star of the jjageuli: the seasoning paste. In a bowl, combine 1 Tbsp Gochujang, 2 Tbsp Gochugaru, 3 Tbsp Soy Sauce, 1 Tbsp Oyster Sauce, 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic, 1 tsp Ginger Powder, 2 Tbsp Sugar, and 2 Tbsp Mirin. Mix thoroughly until well combined. Preparing this in advance will significantly speed up your cooking time.
Step 3
Cut the pork belly into bite-sized pieces, about 2-3 cm in size. Ensure they are not too large, especially if children will be eating them.
Step 4
In a deep pot, place the cut pork belly and add 2 cups of water (using a paper cup as a measure). Bring to a boil over high heat and let it simmer until the water reduces by half. This process helps to remove any gamey smell from the pork and creates a flavorful broth.
Step 5
While the pork is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly; you can use them whole or cut larger ones into quarters. Peel and quarter the regular potatoes. Dice the carrot, onion, and zucchini into similar-sized pieces. (Tip: Adding shiitake mushrooms at this stage will further enhance the stew’s aroma and taste.)
Step 6
Now, add the prepared vegetables to the pot. Start with the potatoes and carrots, as they take longer to cook. Adding ingredients in order of cooking time ensures everything is perfectly tender.
Step 7
Add about two-thirds of the prepared seasoning paste to the pot. Stir well to coat the ingredients evenly with the sauce. Lightly stir-fry to help the flavors meld.
Step 8
Add another cup of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low heat and let it simmer until the sauce thickens to a stew-like consistency. Simmering slowly allows the flavors to penetrate deeply into the ingredients.
Step 9
Once the sauce has thickened slightly, add the onion and zucchini. Pour in the remaining seasoning paste. Gently stir to combine, being careful not to break the vegetables, and let it simmer further, almost like stir-frying. The natural moisture from the vegetables will blend with the sauce, creating a rich flavor.
Step 10
Finally, drizzle in some corn syrup (or rice syrup) for a glossy finish and a touch of sesame oil. Add the chopped green onions and the roughly chopped tofu. Simmer for another moment to finish. (Tip: To prevent the tofu from falling apart, add it towards the end of the cooking process.)
Step 11
Spoon a generous portion of the hot, fluffy rice into a bowl. Top it generously with the delicious pork and potato stew.
Step 12
Place a perfectly fried egg on top of the jjageuli for an extra touch of deliciousness. A runny yolk is ideal for mixing into the stew.
Step 13
Sprinkle some seaweed flakes over everything. Break the egg yolk and mix it with the soft potatoes and savory pork. Stirring it all together with the rice creates an incredibly satisfying dish that will have you giving it a big thumbs up! Pure deliciousness guaranteed!
