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Kimchi jjigae is a real comfort food for many in Korea. Served bubbling hot, usually in an earthenware pot to maintain the heat, it is spicy, warming and delicious with a bowl of freshly steamed rice. To make kimchi jjigae, always use very mature kimchi that is sour from fermentation for maximum flavour. This recipe is for pork belly kimchi jjigae, which is one of the most popular versions, but tinned tuna is often used too - just gently stir it in near the end before adding the tofu to prevent it breaking up too much.

Nutrition: Per serving

  • kcal452
  • fat31g
  • saturates9g
  • carbs10g
  • sugars7g
  • fibre4g
  • protein31g
  • salt3.69g

Method

  • step 1

    Drain the kimchi in a sieve over a measuring jug (you'll need about 100ml brine, so top up with more from the jar if needed). Heat the oil in a large saucepan over a high heat and fry the drained kimchi, brown onion and pork belly for 5 mins. Stir in the gochugaru and sugar, then fry for another 2 mins. Pour in 800ml water and the reserved kimchi brine, then bring to the boil. Simmer, uncovered, over a high heat for 15 mins.

  • step 2

    Slice the tofu into 5cm squares that are about 1cm thick, then arrange these over the kimchi jjigae. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 3-4 mins, or until the tofu is heated through. Scatter over the spring onions to serve.

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