Spicy & Hearty Budae Jjigae: The Ultimate Comfort Stew
An Irresistible Rice-Stealer! Budae Jjigae Recipe Loved by the Whole Family
Hereโs the recipe for Budae Jjigae, a magical rice-thief that will make you finish a whole bowl of rice in no time! ๐ I made it at home for the first time, and it was so much easier than I expected, so I think I’ll be making it at home from now on instead of buying it. Let’s make this Budae Jjigae, featuring generous ingredients and a spicy sauce that stimulates the appetite!
Main Ingredients- Ham or sausage (Spam, Vienna, etc.) – as needed
- Pork (for bulgogi, etc.) – 200g
- Napa cabbage kimchi (well-fermented) – 1/2 cup
- Green onion – 1 stalk
- Onion – 1/2
- Cheongyang pepper – 1 (optional, adjust spiciness)
Seasoning Paste Ingredients- Gochujang (Korean chili paste) – 1 Tbsp
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) – 1 Tbsp
- Soy sauce – 3 Tbsp
- Sugar – 1 Tbsp
- Minced garlic – 1 Tbsp
- Gochujang (Korean chili paste) – 1 Tbsp
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) – 1 Tbsp
- Soy sauce – 3 Tbsp
- Sugar – 1 Tbsp
- Minced garlic – 1 Tbsp
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Place the pork in a pot and add just enough water to cover it to create a pork broth. This step adds a deeper, richer flavor to the stew.
Step 2
While the broth is simmering, slice the ham or sausages into bite-sized pieces. Also, loosen the kimchi and chop it into easy-to-eat pieces.
Step 3
Add the prepared ham and kimchi to the simmering pork broth and let them cook together. The spiciness of the kimchi and the savory flavor of the ham will start to meld.
Step 4
Once the broth comes back to a boil, prepare the secondary ingredients: thinly slice the onion, slice the Cheongyang pepper diagonally, and slice the green onion diagonally.
Step 5
Now, let’s make the delicious seasoning paste. First, measure out 3 tablespoons of soy sauce.
Step 6
Add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic. Using fresh garlic will enhance the aroma and flavor.
Step 7
Add 1 tablespoon of sugar for a touch of sweetness. If your kimchi is very sour, you can add a little more sugar.
Step 8
Add 1 tablespoon of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) for a spicy kick.
Step 9
Finally, add 1 tablespoon of gochujang (Korean chili paste). Stir everything together with a spoon until well combined. Your delicious seasoning paste is ready!
Step 10
Add the sliced onion, chili peppers, and green onions to the pot. Once it comes to a boil, add all the prepared seasoning paste and stir to dissolve. Let it simmer until bubbly and fragrant. ๐ก Tip: For an even more substantial and delicious meal, you can add ingredients like rice cakes, ramen noodles, fish cakes, or tofu to your liking!
Step 11
There you have it โ a delicious Budae Jjigae is complete! ๐ฒ The rich broth made from pork and ham, combined with the spicy seasoning, makes it incredibly tasty. You’ll find a bowl of rice disappearing in no time! Enjoy a satisfying and delicious meal. Wishing you all a healthy and happy meal. See you next time! โค๏ธ
