Description
Warm up with this delightful kimchi stew, a perfect blend of spicy, tangy, and savory. This dish combines tender pork belly or beef brisket, hearty tofu, and vibrant vegetables simmered in a rich broth. Ideal for chilly evenings or any time you crave comfort food, this kimchi stew is sure to satisfy your taste buds and warm your soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fermented kimchi
- 1 lb pork belly or beef brisket, cubed
- 1 cup firm tofu, cubed
- 1 cup napa cabbage, chopped
- 1 cup Korean radish, sliced
- 4 cups water or broth
- 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for a smooth cooking process.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté minced garlic in oil until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add cubed pork belly or beef brisket and cook until browned.
- Mix in the kimchi and let it cook for about five minutes to meld flavors.
- Pour in water or broth to cover the ingredients and bring to a boil; then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Gently add tofu cubes, napa cabbage, and radish; cook until veggies soften (10-15 minutes).
- Stir in gochujang for heat; finish with sesame oil and chopped green onions before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg