Kongjorim || Braised Beans, 酱黄豆, 醬黃豆, 豆の煮付け, 콩조림 Leave a comment

Kongjorim is a popular Korean side dish made by braising soybeans in a sweet and savory sauce. It’s a simple yet flavorful dish that’s perfect for any meal.

Ingredients:

• Dried soybeans
• Soy sauce
• Sugar
• Sesame oil
• Garlic, minced
• Water

Instructions:

1. Soak the soybeans: Soak the soybeans in water overnight.
2. Boil the soybeans: Drain the soybeans and boil them in a pot of water until they are tender.
3. Make the sauce: In a separate pot, combine soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic.
4. Combine the soybeans and sauce: Add the boiled soybeans to the sauce and stir to coat.
5. Simmer: Simmer the soybeans in the sauce until the liquid has evaporated and the soybeans are glazed.
6. Serve: Serve the braised soybeans hot or cold.

Tips:

• Soaking time: Soaking the soybeans overnight helps to soften them and reduce cooking time.
• Sweetness: Adjust the amount of sugar to your taste.
• Texture: For a chewier texture, cook the soybeans for a shorter time. For a softer texture, cook them for a longer time.