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Budae Jjigae (One-Pot Korean Army Stew)

Savor Budae Jjigae: Easy One-Pot Korean Army Stew Delight

Budae Jjigae, or One-Pot Korean Army Stew, is a hearty dish that blends traditional Korean flavors with American ingredients for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowl
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Minced Garlic Substitute with garlic powder (1/8 tsp)
  • 1 tablespoon Gochugaru (Korean Red Pepper Flakes) Omit for a milder stew
  • 1 tablespoon Gochujang (Korean Chili Paste) Substitute with sriracha for a similar heat
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Mirin Replace with rice vinegar and sugar mix (1:1)
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Reduce or substitute with honey
  • 1 sprinkle Black Pepper Freshly ground gives the best result
For the Stew
  • 1 can Spam Replace with any cooked meat or omit for a vegetarian version
  • 1 link Sausage Substitute with your choice of sausage or omit for a lighter stew
  • 1 block Tofu Use firm tofu for better texture; omit for a non-vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Rice Cakes Substitute with pasta or noodles for variety
  • 1 medium Onion Use shallots or leeks for a different flavor profile
  • 1 cup Enoki Mushrooms Any mild mushroom can be used as a substitute
  • 1 cup Kimchi Adjust quantity based on spice preference
  • 2 portions Ramen Noodles Substitute with any quick-cooking noodles
  • 1 cup Cheese Use mozzarella or omit for a dairy-free version
  • 2 scallions Green Onions Substitute with chives or omit

Equipment

  • Pot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the sauce ingredients and mix well until smooth.
  2. Layer Spam and sausage in a pot, followed by tofu, rice cakes, onion, mushrooms, and kimchi.
  3. Pour sauce over the layers and add chicken broth to cover ingredients.
  4. Bring to a gentle boil and keep covered.
  5. Add ramen noodles and cheese, then cook until noodles are soft.
  6. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 1500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Budae Jjigae is customizable with various vegetables and protein options to suit your taste preferences.

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