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Jjigae — traditional dish from Throughout Korea, South Korea
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Nutritional Values

🔥480kcal
💪28gProtein
🌾15gCarbs
🥑30gFat
🌿4gFibre
⚖️500 gServing

* Per serving · 500 g. May vary.

Allergens

🐟 Fish 🫘 Soy

Jjigae

How to order / say it
Say it 찌개 — [jee-gae]
Order I'd like a pot of jjigae, please.
Locally 찌개 주세요.
Say locally

Korean stew often made with meat, seafood, or vegetables.

Why try it?

Jjigae is a daily staple reflecting Seoul's seasonal ingredients and taste for hearty, comforting meals. It's a dish that brings warmth and unity to the family table.

How it tastes

Richly flavorful, jjigae can be spicy, savory, or sour, depending on the ingredients, with a broth that is heartwarming and often tangy.

Origin & History — first documented: 1700

This traditional stew has been part of Korean meals for centuries, evolving through generations. Different types of jjigae, based on available ingredients, have become popular in Seoul’s bustling food scene since the Joseon Dynasty.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🫘 200 g Firm tofu
  • 🥕 150 g Kimchi
  • 🥩 100 g Pork
  • 🐟 500 ml Anchovy broth
  • 🥣 2 tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 🧄 50 g Spring onions
  • 🧄 20 g Garlic
  • 🥣 1 tbsp Soy sauce

Method

  1. 1 Boil the anchovy broth in a pot over medium heat.
  2. 2 Add kimchi, pork, tofu, and gochujang, stirring well.
  3. 3 Simmer until pork is cooked, about 15-20 minutes.
  4. 4 Garnish with spring onions and serve hot.

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