Hearty Pork and Soybean Paste Stew (Dwaejigogi Doenjang Jjageuli)
Hearty Pork and Soybean Paste Stew (Dwaejigogi Doenjang Jjageuli)
A Delicious Pork Doenjang Jjageuli Recipe the Whole Family Can Enjoy
Made with ingredients from the fridge, perfect for our 12-month-old baby to enjoy too! This is a savory and rich stew.
Main Ingredients- 80g ground pork (lean cut preferred)
- 1 small onion (approx. 100g)
- A small piece of zucchini (about 1/4 medium)
- A handful of oyster mushrooms (approx. 50g)
- 1/4 block firm tofu (approx. 75g)
- A small bunch of bean sprouts (approx. 30g)
Broth and Seasoning- 8 dried anchovies for broth
- 2 Tbsp dried small shrimp (optional, adds umami)
- 3 pieces of dried kelp (dried seaweed, about 5cm square each)
- 1 Tbsp fermented soybean paste (Doenjang, adjust to saltiness)
- 0.5 Tbsp agave syrup or corn syrup (for sweetness adjustment)
- 200ml water (approx. 1 cup)
- 8 dried anchovies for broth
- 2 Tbsp dried small shrimp (optional, adds umami)
- 3 pieces of dried kelp (dried seaweed, about 5cm square each)
- 1 Tbsp fermented soybean paste (Doenjang, adjust to saltiness)
- 0.5 Tbsp agave syrup or corn syrup (for sweetness adjustment)
- 200ml water (approx. 1 cup)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s make a savory and refreshing broth. In a pot, add 200ml of water, 8 dried anchovies for broth, 2 Tbsp of dried small shrimp, and 3 pieces of kelp. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, simmer for about 5-7 more minutes, then turn off the heat and remove the kelp. You can leave the anchovies and shrimp to steep a little longer.
Step 2
While the broth is simmering, prepare the ingredients. Lightly pat the ground pork with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Slice the onion thinly (about 0.5cm thick) and cut the zucchini into half-moon shapes, also about 0.5cm thick. Trim the tough ends off the oyster mushrooms and separate them into strands. Dice the tofu into 1.5cm cubes. Rinse the bean sprouts thoroughly and drain.
Step 3
Strain the broth, removing all the anchovies and shrimp solids, leaving only the clear broth. Return the pot to the stove over medium heat. Place 1 Tbsp of Doenjang into a sieve and dissolve it into the broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Stir well with chopsticks or a whisk to mix smoothly.
Step 4
Add the prepared ground pork, sliced onions, zucchini, oyster mushrooms, and tofu to the well-dissolved Doenjang broth. Finally, add 0.5 Tbsp of agave syrup to enhance the flavors and balance the seasoning. (If making this for a baby, you can adjust or omit the agave syrup according to their taste.)
Step 5
Simmer everything together over medium-low heat until the ingredients are tender and the pork is fully cooked. This gentle simmering for about 10-15 minutes is key to developing the rich flavor and ensuring the pork is not gamey. Skim off any foam that rises to the surface for a cleaner taste.
Step 6
Lastly, add the rinsed bean sprouts and cook for just about 1 minute until they are slightly wilted. Your delicious Pork Doenjang Jjageuli is now ready! It’s wonderful served over warm rice. Enjoy a tasty and healthy meal with your baby! ♡
