Doenjang-jjigae (soybean paste stew)

Doenjang-jjigae is a deeply umami stew based on fermented soybean paste, one of the most basic dishes in Korean households. It can be varied daily and, with vegetables and a little meat, comes together from ingredients that are always to hand.

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Method

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1. Dissolve the doenjang in a little cold water so that there are no lumps.
2. Fry the pork in a saucepan until the edges brown slightly.
3. Add the potato, pour in the water or stock, and add the dissolved doenjang and the gochugaru.
4. Bring to the boil, then cook over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, until the potato is almost tender. ⏱ Timer: 10 min
5. Add the courgette, onion and garlic and cook for a further 5-6 minutes. ⏱ Timer: 5 min
6. For the last 3 minutes, stir in the tofu and the chilli, then serve piping hot with rice. ⏱ Timer: 3 min

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Tips

• Always dissolve the doenjang separately in cold water before adding it to the hot liquid, otherwise the stew will be lumpy.
• Add the vegetables according to their cooking times: potato takes longer than courgette or tofu.
• Doenjang is salty, so taste first and add more salt only if needed.
• Fish or prawns are also an excellent addition instead of the pork.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between doenjang-jjigae and kimchi-jjigae?

Doenjang-jjigae is built on the deep, earthy flavour of soybean paste, and is less spicy and sour than the kimchi-based stew.

What other vegetables can go in?

Mushrooms, radish, aubergine and spinach are also common additions, depending on the season and what is in the larder.

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