Rich Pork Belly Jjigae: An Unfailingly Delicious Pork Belly Stew
Rich Pork Belly Jjigae: An Unfailingly Delicious Pork Belly Stew
Pork Belly Jjigae Recipe! The Secret to Perfectly Cooked Pork Belly Dishes!
Today, we’ve prepared another simple recipe that everyone will love! Jjigae, a hearty Korean stew, is elevated with the addition of flavorful pork belly. It’s easy to make, so be sure to follow along!
Main Ingredients- 300g Pork Belly (slightly thick cuts are recommended)
- 1/2 Onion (thinly sliced)
- 3/4 stalk Green Onion (cut diagonally into large pieces)
- 1 head Enoki Mushrooms (trim bottom and separate strands)
- 1/2 block Firm Tofu (cubed into bite-sized pieces)
Jjigae Seasoning- 1 Tbsp Sugar (for a touch of sweetness)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes, for heat)
- 1 Tbsp Doenjang (fermented soybean paste, for savory depth)
- 2 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste, for sweet and spicy flavor)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic (essential for aroma)
- 2 Tbsp Cooking Wine or Mirin (to tenderize and remove odors)
- Pinch of Black Pepper (to enhance flavor)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar (for a touch of sweetness)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes, for heat)
- 1 Tbsp Doenjang (fermented soybean paste, for savory depth)
- 2 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste, for sweet and spicy flavor)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic (essential for aroma)
- 2 Tbsp Cooking Wine or Mirin (to tenderize and remove odors)
- Pinch of Black Pepper (to enhance flavor)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the base seasoning for our delicious Jjigae. In a small bowl, combine 1 Tbsp sugar, 1 Tbsp gochugaru, 1 Tbsp doenjang, 2 Tbsp gochujang, 1 Tbsp minced garlic, 2 Tbsp cooking wine, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix well until there are no lumps. Having this seasoning mixture ready in advance will make the cooking process much smoother.
Step 2
Next, prepare the vegetables that will add wonderful texture and flavor to the Jjigae. Thinly slice the onion. Cut the green onion diagonally into large pieces. Trim the bottom of the enoki mushrooms and separate the strands. Cube the firm tofu into bite-sized pieces. These ingredients will contribute to the diverse taste and texture of the stew.
Step 3
Now, it’s time to stir-fry the pork belly. Heat a pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of cooking oil. Add the 300g of pork belly, season lightly with salt and pepper, and stir-fry until the surfaces are golden brown. The rendered pork fat will add a wonderful depth of flavor.
Step 4
Once the pork belly is nicely browned, add all the prepared seasoning mixture to the pan. Stir-fry briefly with the pork belly, allowing the seasoning to coat the meat evenly. This step enhances the richness of the flavor.
Step 5
Now, we’ll add liquid and let it simmer. Place the thinly sliced onion over the stir-fried pork belly and seasoning. Pour in 300ml of water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-low heat and simmer for 5-6 minutes. This will allow the onions to soften and the sauce to reduce slightly.
Step 6
Finally, add the remaining prepared vegetables to complete the dish. Add the diagonally cut green onions, the separated enoki mushrooms, and the cubed tofu. Continue to simmer for another 2-3 minutes, or until all the vegetables are tender. Your delicious Pork Belly Jjigae is now ready! Enjoy it with a bowl of hot steamed rice for a perfect meal.
