Spicy and Refreshing Green Onion Budae Jjigae
Spicy and Refreshing Green Onion Budae Jjigae
Boost the Refreshing Flavor with Plenty of Green Onions! The Golden Recipe for Budae Jjigae
Enjoy a hearty and delicious Budae Jjigae (Korean Army Stew) easily at home! Adding a generous amount of green onions, in particular, makes the broth refreshingly flavorful, providing a deeper taste. By following this recipe for Budae Jjigae, a beloved national stew in Korea, anyone can effortlessly create a restaurant-quality meal.
Main Ingredients- 200g Ham (Spam, canned ham, etc.)
- 3 Sausages (Vienna, frankfurters, etc.)
- 1/4 head well-fermented Kimchi
- 1 block Tofu
- 1.5 Green Onions
- 1 Cheongyang Pepper (Optional, for heat)
- 1/5 Onion
- 1 Ramen Noodle Packet (Optional)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all the ingredients for your Budae Jjigae. Slice the ham and sausages into bite-sized pieces. Remove the core from the kimchi and chop it into manageable pieces. Cut the green onions diagonally into generous portions. Adding plenty of green onions will give the stew a refreshingly deep flavor. Slice the onion thinly and, if you enjoy spicy food, thinly slice the Cheongyang pepper as well. For Spam or canned ham, slicing them thinly will make them more tender as they cook.
Step 2
Let’s make a simple yet flavorful seasoning mix for your Budae Jjigae! In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of gochugaru and 1.5 tablespoons of guk-ganjang, and mix well. This seasoning paste will add a wonderful umami to your stew.
Step 3
In a wide pot, arrange the prepared ham, sausages, and kimchi attractively, perhaps in a circular pattern. Pour 5 cups (1L) of water over them. Make sure the water level is sufficient to cover the ingredients well.
Step 4
Place the pot over high heat and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, add all the prepared vegetables: onion, green onions, and Cheongyang pepper (if using). The flavors of the ham and kimchi will begin to infuse into the broth.
Step 5
As the stew boils, add the prepared seasoning mix and stir to combine everything evenly. Ensure the seasoning is well distributed, then reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer gently. This simmering process allows all the flavors to meld beautifully.
Step 6
Simmering on medium-low heat for about 10 minutes will release the characteristic spicy and deep aroma of Budae Jjigae, making your mouth water. The raw smell of the kimchi will dissipate, and the delicious scents of ham and vegetables will blend together invitingly.
Step 7
Once the stew has simmered for a while, add the large chunks of tofu. Gently place the tofu into the stew so it doesn’t break apart, and let it cook for a few more minutes.
Step 8
If you like, add a packet of ramen noodles for an even more satisfying meal! Once the noodles are cooked, they’re perfect for slurping up. When all the ingredients are deliciously cooked, your hearty and spicy Budae Jjigae is ready!
Step 9
With a steaming bowl of rice and a serving of Budae Jjigae, you won’t need any other side dishes. Enjoy a fulfilling meal with this golden recipe for Green Onion Budae Jjigae, which is both delicious and easy to make!
