Super Simple Budae Jjigae with Beef Bone Broth
Super Simple Budae Jjigae with Beef Bone Broth
Dinner Dilemma Solved! Extra Easy Budae Jjigae Recipe Using Beef Bone Broth for Rich Flavor
Busy weeknight? Don’t miss out on a delicious meal! Introducing a super simple Budae Jjigae recipe that’s quick to make using store-bought beef bone broth, delivering a deep and rich flavor.
Main Ingredients- 1 can Spam (400g)
- 3 frankfurter sausages
- 4 dumplings
- 1 handful of napa cabbage kimchi (approx. 100g)
- 1/8 head of cabbage
- 1/3 onion
- 1 stalk green onion
- 1/3 block firm tofu (approx. 100g)
- 2 tbsp baked beans
- 1 pack (350ml) store-bought beef bone broth
- 100ml water
Seasoning Ingredients- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes, adjust to spice preference)
- 0.5 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin)
- 0.5 tsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes, adjust to spice preference)
- 0.5 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin)
- 0.5 tsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the seasoning paste that will give our Budae Jjigae its delicious flavor. In a bowl, combine 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp gochugaru, 0.5 Tbsp gochujang, 1 Tbsp cooking wine, 0.5 tsp sugar, and 1 Tbsp minced garlic. Mix thoroughly until well combined. This will create a spicy and savory seasoning base.
Step 2
Now, let’s prepare the sausages, a star ingredient in Budae Jjigae. Slice the Spam into about 1cm thick pieces and cut the frankfurters into 2-3 segments each. Feel free to add other types of ham or Vienna sausages if you like!
Step 3
Let’s chop the vegetables. Slice the onion thinly (about 0.5cm thick) and cut the green onion diagonally. Chop the cabbage into 2-3cm pieces, and cut the firm tofu into approximately 1.5cm thick slices.
Step 4
It’s time to arrange all the ingredients in the pot. In a wide and deep pot, arrange the prepared Spam, sausages, onion, cabbage, and tofu around the edges. Arranging them this way not only makes the stew look appealing but also helps ingredients cook evenly.
Step 5
Let’s add more ingredients for a richer stew. Chop the kimchi into bite-sized pieces and place them on top of the ham. Add 2 Tbsp of baked beans next to the ham. Tuck the 4 dumplings into any empty spaces for an even more abundant dish.
Step 6
Now, we’ll add the broth and seasoning. Spoon the prepared seasoning paste into the center of the ingredients. Pour in the 350ml pack of store-bought beef bone broth. If it seems like it needs more liquid, add 100ml of water, ensuring all ingredients are mostly submerged. The beef bone broth will add a wonderfully deep umami flavor.
Step 7
Finally, let’s cook the Budae Jjigae! Start by bringing it to a boil over high heat with the lid on. Once it starts boiling vigorously, reduce the heat to medium. Remove the lid and use a spoon to gently stir and dissolve the seasoning paste, letting it simmer for about 5-7 minutes. It’s important to stir occasionally to ensure the flavors meld well with all the ingredients.
Step 8
Once all the ingredients have absorbed the delicious seasoning and the broth has reduced to your desired consistency, turn off the heat. Your steaming, flavorful Budae Jjigae is ready!
Step 9
And there you have it – a simple yet satisfying Budae Jjigae, made extra special with the rich flavor of beef bone broth! This is sure to become a favorite dinner. Enjoy your meal!
