Baek Jong-won's Pork Fat Kimchi Jjigae

Name: Baek Jong-won's Pork Fat Kimchi Jjigae
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: Fresh kimchi 3 cups; Pork fat (finely chopped or sliced) 1/2 cup; Water 5 cups; Minced garlic 1.5 tablespoons; Red pepper powder 2 tablespoons; Soy sauce 2 tablespoons; Green onion 1 stalk; Chili pepper 2 pieces; Tofu 1/2 block; Onion 1/4 small (optional); Vinegar 1–2 tablespoons (optional); Sugar 1/2 tablespoon (optional)

A high-value kimchi stew recipe that extracts rich, savory fat flavor from pork fat, delivering a deep, hearty taste even without meat.

30 min Difficulty Easy Soups & stews

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Fresh kimchi Pork fat Garlic Red pepper powder Soy sauce Green onion Chili pepper Tofu

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Fresh kimchi Pork fat Garlic Red pepper powder Soy sauce Green onion Chili pepper Tofu

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If using solid chunks of pork fat, simmer for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour to ensure full extraction before adding kimchi, preventing raw or harsh flavors.

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