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Kimchi Jjigae (Spicy Kimchi Stew)

A bowl of comfort with a kick of spicy! A perfect recipe for leftover kimchi or if you're wanting a cozy stew during the cold winter months!
Course Soup
Cuisine Asian, Korean
Keyword kimchi, soup
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Author Winnie Kison

Ingredients

  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cups kimchi with juices
  • 1-2 tbsp gochugaru coarse korean hot pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp gochujang korean hot pepper paste
  • 4 cups bone broth
  • 8 oz tofu sliced in 2" wide and 1/2" thick
  • 2 scallions thinly sliced

Instructions

  • Preheat pot to low medium heat with sesame oil, add onion to cook until translucent. Add kimchi and the juices to cook until liquid evaporates, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add in gochugaru, gochujang and 3 cups broth, bring to a simmer and then reduce heat. Continue to cook for another 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until kimchi is tender.
  • Add tofu to pot and cook for 3-4 minutes. Turn off heat and transfer into bowls. Top with chopped scallions! Serve with rice on side!