Rich and Savory Beef Brisket Doenjang Jjigae: The Golden Recipe
Rich and Savory Beef Brisket Doenjang Jjigae: The Golden Recipe
Baek Jong-won’s Style! Deep-Flavored Beef Brisket Doenjang Jjigae
When you’re craving comfort food, a warm bowl of doenjang jjigae (Korean soybean paste stew) is the perfect choice! Today, we’re sharing a recipe for ‘Beef Brisket Doenjang Jjigae,’ enhanced with the rich flavor of beef brisket, making it even deeper and more savory. Beef brisket, delicious whether grilled or stir-fried, adds an incredible depth of flavor to stews. This particular recipe is inspired by Chef Baek Jong-won’s version, with a key addition: radish, which brings a refreshing coolness to the stew. You’ll experience a depth and clean taste that’s a world away from stews made without radish. Made with rice water as a base and a harmonious blend of vegetables and beef brisket, this magical jjigae will have you finishing a bowl of rice in no time. Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients- 200g Beef Brisket
- 1 handful Radish (approx. 100g)
- 1/4 Zucchini
- 1/2 Onion
- 1 small Potato
- A handful of your favorite mushrooms (shiitake, oyster, enoki, etc.)
- 1/2 stalk Green Onion
- 1 Cheongyang pepper (optional, for extra spice)
- 1/2 block Tofu
- 500ml Rice Water (water used to rinse rice)
Seasoning- 1.5 Tbsp Doenjang (Korean soybean paste)
- 0.5 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 0.5 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1.5 Tbsp Doenjang (Korean soybean paste)
- 0.5 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 0.5 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start making the ultimate savory Beef Brisket Doenjang Jjigae! Prepare for your appetite to be stimulated right from the beginning!
Step 2
First, chop all the vegetables into bite-sized pieces. It’s best to julienne the radish thinly, but not too thin, so it doesn’t become mushy when cooked. While it will still be delicious if it softens, a slight bite is preferable for texture! Cut the zucchini, onion, and potato into manageable chunks. Dice the tofu. Slice the green onion and Cheongyang pepper diagonally. Prepare the mushrooms as needed.
Step 3
Now, without preheating the pot, add the beef brisket and stir-fry over medium heat. Once the brisket is lightly cooked, add the julienned radish and stir-fry together. If the brisket starts sticking to the bottom, don’t panic! Add the radish, and as it cooks, its moisture will help prevent sticking. Stir-frying the radish in the beef brisket fat will infuse it with a richer flavor.
Step 4
Once the beef brisket and radish have released some fat and are nicely sautéed, pour in 500ml of the prepared rice water. Using rice water makes the doenjang jjigae creamier and more flavorful.
Step 5
Once the rice water comes to a boil, add the potatoes and onions first, as they are denser vegetables. Let it simmer over medium heat until the potatoes are tender.
Step 6
As the stew boils, make sure to skim off any impurities or foam that rise to the surface. This step is crucial for a clean, clear broth that allows the true flavor of the doenjang to shine through.
Step 7
Let’s prepare the seasoning paste! In a small bowl, combine 1.5 Tbsp of doenjang and 0.5 Tbsp of gochujang. Whisk them together until smooth and well combined, ensuring there are no lumps. This ensures an even flavor distribution in the jjigae.
Step 8
When the broth is boiling and the potatoes are somewhat cooked, add the prepared seasoning paste and 1 Tbsp of minced garlic. Next, add the zucchini, tofu, and the prepared mushrooms. Continue to simmer for a few more minutes.
Step 9
Now, add 0.5 Tbsp of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) to add a touch of spice and stir well. Gochugaru is optional, so feel free to adjust the amount according to your preference for heat. Let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the ingredients to meld with the flavors.
Step 10
Finally, add the diagonally sliced green onions and Cheongyang peppers. Top with enoki mushrooms or your favorite mushrooms, simmer for a final moment, and your delicious Beef Brisket Doenjang Jjigae is complete! Enjoy it with a hot bowl of rice!
