Spicy Pork and Kimchi Stew: A Hearty Korean Comfort Food
Quick and Delicious Dinner Ready in Your Swiss Accommodation
Learn how to prepare a satisfying and flavorful Korean dinner, featuring Pork and Kimchi Stew, even while staying in a Swiss accommodation. This recipe is perfect for a simple yet hearty meal, complete with tips for cooking with limited kitchen tools.
Simple Pot Rice
- 2 servings Sushi Rice
- Water (equal to rice volume)
Flavorful Pork and Kimchi Stew
- 1 cup well-fermented Kimchi (aged kimchi)
- 80g Pork (pork belly or shoulder recommended)
- 1.5 cups Rice Water
Pan-Seared Pork and Fresh Salad
- 100g Pork (tenderloin or sirloin recommended)
- Fresh Lettuce
- Crisp Carrot
- Salad Dressing (to taste)
- 1 cup well-fermented Kimchi (aged kimchi)
- 80g Pork (pork belly or shoulder recommended)
- 1.5 cups Rice Water
Pan-Seared Pork and Fresh Salad
- 100g Pork (tenderloin or sirloin recommended)
- Fresh Lettuce
- Crisp Carrot
- Salad Dressing (to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
In a pot, combine the sushi rice and an equal volume of water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and cook until the rice is done. When the water has mostly evaporated, switch to very low heat and let it steam for 5-10 minutes.
Step 2
Tip: If you don’t have a pot lid, you can place a frying pan on top of the pot to press down the rice and help it steam effectively. Sushi rice cooks well and becomes fluffy.
Step 3
In a pot or pan for the stew, add the 80g of pork and the well-fermented kimchi. Sauté over medium heat until the pork is browned and the kimchi loses its raw smell, developing a richer aroma. This step is key for developing deep flavor.
Step 4
Once the pork and kimchi are well sautéed, pour in 1.5 cups of rice water. Rice water adds a smoother texture and a mild, savory depth to the stew.
Step 5
Bring the stew to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-low and simmer for 10-15 minutes. Allow the flavors of the kimchi and pork to infuse into the broth. Adjust seasoning based on the saltiness of your kimchi.
Step 6
Your delicious Pork and Kimchi Stew is ready! Enjoy this hearty meal with your rice.
Step 7
For the pan-seared pork, heat another frying pan and cook the 100g of pork slices until golden brown and cooked through on both sides. Ensure it’s cooked all the way to the center.
Step 8
Prepare the salad by tearing or chopping the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and thinly slicing the carrot. Arrange the fresh vegetables attractively on a plate.
Step 9
Place the cooked pork slices on top of the salad and drizzle with your favorite salad dressing. This completes the pan-seared pork and salad dish.
Step 10
Even though we were in someone else’s kitchen with limited cooking tools, my son and I managed to prepare this satisfying dinner on our first evening in Switzerland. It was a simple yet filling meal.
