Kimchi Jjigae (Kimchi Stew with Tofu)
Korean·Medium

Kimchi Jjigae (Kimchi Stew with Tofu)

A korean dinner recipe that's both delicious and easy to make at home.

10 min prep
25 min cook
4 servings
35 min total

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Ingredients

  • sesame oil1 tbsp
  • vegan kimchi2 cup
  • onion1
  • garlic4 cloves
  • vegetable broth3 cup
  • kimchi brine0.25 cup
  • gochugaru1 tbsp
  • soy sauce1 tbsp
  • firm tofu14 oz
  • scallions3
  • cooked short-grain rice3 cup

Instructions

1

Heat sesame oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the chopped kimchi and sauté until slightly caramelized.

5 min
2

Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is softened.

3 min
3

Pour in the vegetable broth and kimchi brine. Add gochugaru and soy sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

4

Simmer the stew to let the flavors develop and deepen.

10 min
5

Cut the tofu into thick slabs and nestle them into the stew. Simmer gently until the tofu is heated through.

5 min
6

Ladle into bowls and top with sliced scallions. Serve with steamed rice.

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