Gochujangjjigae || Red Chilli Paste Stew, 辣椒酱锅, 辣椒醬鍋, コチュジャンチゲ, 고추장찌개 1

Gochujang Jjigae is a popular Korean stew that’s both comforting and flavorful. It’s characterized by its bold, spicy flavor, thanks to the generous use of gochujang (Korean red pepper paste).

Ingredients:

• Pork belly, sliced
• Zucchini, sliced
• Onion, sliced
• Garlic, minced
• Gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
• Gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
• Soy sauce
• Sugar
• Water or dashi stock
• Green onions, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Sauté the pork:
   • In a pot, heat a little oil and sauté the pork belly until browned.
2. Add the vegetables:
   • Add the zucchini, onion, and garlic to the pot and sauté until softened.
3. Make the sauce:
   • In a small bowl, combine gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, and sugar.
4. Combine and simmer:
   • Pour the sauce over the vegetables and pork.
   • Add enough water or dashi stock to cover the ingredients.
   • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the flavors are well-combined and the vegetables are tender.
5. Serve:
   • Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot with a bowl of rice.

Tips:

• For a spicier stew, add more gochujang and gochugaru.
• You can adjust the thickness of the sauce by adding more or less water.
• If you don’t have pork belly, you can use other types of meat, such as beef or tofu.
• You can also add other vegetables, such as mushrooms or potatoes, to the stew.