Sundubu-jjigae (silken tofu stew)

Sundubu-jjigae is a bubbling hot, spicy stew made with silken tofu, served in a stone bowl so that it keeps cooking at the table. The soft tofu against the fiery gochugaru base is a classic Korean contrast.

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Method

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1. Heat the sesame oil in a saucepan, add the pork or prawns and fry until the meat turns white.
2. Add the garlic, onion and gochugaru and fry for 1-2 more minutes, until the chilli powder releases its aroma.
3. Pour in the water or stock, add the soy sauce and bring to the boil.
4. Spoon in the silken tofu in pieces with a large spoon (do not stir too much; let it stay in larger pieces) and cook for 3-4 minutes. ⏱ Timer: 3 min
5. Just before serving, crack a raw egg into the centre of the bubbling stew; the heat of the bowl cooks it in a few minutes. Sprinkle with spring onion and serve piping hot with rice straight away.

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Tips

• Do not stir the silken (soft, sundubu) tofu too vigorously, as it falls apart; instead, add it to the stew in pieces with a large spoon.
• Add the egg at the very last moment so that the yolk stays creamy and does not harden too much.
• If you have a heat-retaining stone pot (ttukbaegi), it will keep the stew warm the longest at the table.
• A combination of prawns and pork is also common and gives a deeper flavour.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between sundubu and regular tofu?

Sundubu is unpressed tofu with a very soft, silky texture that breaks into a loose mass and cannot be sliced the way firm tofu can.

Can it be made without meat?

Yes, it is also great as a fully vegetarian version, with extra mushrooms or more vegetables making up for the meat.

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