Spicy and Nutritious Silkworm Pupae Stew (Beondegijang) – A Popular Street Food Delight!
Spicy and Nutritious Silkworm Pupae Stew (Beondegijang) – A Popular Street Food Delight!
Silkworm pupae, a beloved street snack in Korea, are packed with protein and offer a unique, delightful texture. Learn how to make a delicious and slightly spicy Beondegijang (silkworm pupae stew) at home! This easy-to-make dish is perfect as a satisfying snack or a flavorful accompaniment to your favorite drinks.
Main Ingredients- Canned silkworm pupae 280g (drained)
- Whole garlic cloves 6
- Korean green chili peppers (Cheongyang) 2
Seasoning- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) 1 Tbsp
- Salt to taste (or Korean soup soy sauce)
- Water 250ml
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) 1 Tbsp
- Salt to taste (or Korean soup soy sauce)
- Water 250ml
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thinly slice the whole garlic cloves. This will release their aromatic flavor into the stew.
Step 2
Wash the Korean green chili peppers, remove the stems, and slice them diagonally. If you prefer more heat, you can leave the seeds in.
Step 3
Heat a pot over medium heat, add a small amount of cooking oil, and sauté the sliced garlic until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic; sauté until it turns a light golden brown.
Step 4
Once the garlic is fragrant, add the diagonally sliced chili peppers and stir-fry briefly with the garlic. This step adds a lovely spicy aroma to the broth base.
Step 5
Now, add the drained silkworm pupae to the pot. Stir-fry them with the garlic and chili peppers for about 1 minute. This helps to remove any residual odor from the pupae and enhances their nutty flavor.
Step 6
Pour in 250ml of water. You can adjust the amount of water to achieve your desired broth consistency.
Step 7
Finally, add 1 tablespoon of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) and season with salt to taste. Bring the stew to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-low and simmer for about 5 minutes. Your delicious and spicy Beondegijang is ready to be enjoyed! Serve hot for the best flavor.
