Spicy and Rich Pork Kimchi Stew Recipe
The Nation’s Favorite, Pork Kimchi Stew
A fantastic harmony of well-fermented kimchi and tender pork! Here’s how to make a deliciously spicy and hearty kimchi stew that will make you devour a bowl of rice. Perfect for simmering today, try making a delicious stew with your perfectly ripe, sour kimchi.
Ingredients- Well-fermented Kimchi 500g (Aged Kimchi is welcome!)
- Pork (for stew, neck or belly recommended) 420g
- Water 5 cups (approx. 1L)
- Oyster mushrooms 30g
- Green onion 1 stalk
- Cheongyang chili pepper 1 (optional, for extra spice)
- Soup soy sauce or salt, to taste (for seasoning)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the pork for the stew. Place the pork in a pot and stir-fry it lightly using its own rendered fat, without adding extra oil. You want to cook it until the surface of the meat starts to change color.
Step 2
Once the pork is partially cooked, add the kimchi (cut into bite-sized pieces) and stir-fry them together. If using aged kimchi, its sourness will further enhance the stew’s flavor.
Step 3
Stir-fry the kimchi and pork until they are well combined and fragrant. Continue to stir-fry until the pork’s exterior is lightly browned and the kimchi has softened, which will deepen the savory flavors. Then, pour in 5 cups of water and bring to a boil over high heat.
Step 4
Once the water is vigorously boiling, add all the prepared ingredients: oyster mushrooms, green onion, and Cheongyang chili pepper (if using). Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing all the ingredients to meld together and the broth to develop. Finally, adjust the seasoning with soup soy sauce or salt to your preference. Your delicious Pork Kimchi Stew is ready!
