Spam and Potato Gochujang Stew Recipe
Spam and Potato Gochujang Stew Recipe
Spicy and Sweet! Spam and Potato Gochujang Stew, Great for Using Up Potatoes
Do you have a lot of potatoes in your fridge? Then try this recipe! The salty Spam, tender potatoes, and spicy gochujang create a stew that’s incredibly delicious with rice. It’s quick and easy to make, perfect for a meal or a side dish.
Main Ingredients- 2-3 medium potatoes
- 1 small can of Spam
- 2 cups (400ml) water
Seasoning- 2-3 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- Pinch of sugar (to taste)
- 1/2 Tbsp fish sauce (optional, adds umami)
- 2-3 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- Pinch of sugar (to taste)
- 1/2 Tbsp fish sauce (optional, adds umami)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 2-3 medium-sized potatoes. Wash and peel them, then cut them into bite-sized pieces, about 2cm thick. Be careful not to cut them too thin, as they might break down too much while cooking.
Step 2
Place the cut potatoes into a pot and add 2 cups (400ml) of water. This amount should be enough to mostly cover the potatoes.
Step 3
Now, let’s add the seasonings to create the stew’s flavor. Add 2-3 Tbsp of gochujang, 1 Tbsp of soy sauce, 1 Tbsp of minced garlic, 1 Tbsp of gochugaru, and a pinch of sugar. Adjust the sugar amount if you prefer it sweeter. Adding 1/2 Tbsp of fish sauce will provide an extra layer of savory depth (you can omit this if you don’t have it).
Step 4
Place the pot over high heat and bring it to a boil. Once it’s bubbling vigorously, reduce the heat to medium. Continue to simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and cooked through. You can check if they’re done by piercing them with a fork – it should go in easily.
Step 5
Once the potatoes are cooked, prepare the small can of Spam. Open it, drain any excess liquid, and dice it into bite-sized pieces. Add the diced Spam to the pot and let it simmer for another 5 minutes. This allows the salty, savory flavor of the Spam to meld into the stew. Your delicious Spam and Potato Gochujang Stew is now ready!
