Eonam Teacher's Pork Kimchi Jjim

Tender pork kimchi jjim made by first searing pork foreleg for extra richness, then simmering with aged kimchi for 50 minutes

Ingredients needed 4 servings

Recipe

Cooking tips

  • Searing the pork in oil instead of boiling it in plain water helps it hold its shape and adds a richer flavor.
  • Simmering for 30–40 minutes gives a boiled pork texture, while 50 minutes or more yields the tender, fall-apart texture of kimchi jjim.
  • Adding minced garlic at the end creates the deep umami difference between kimchi jjigae and kimchi jjim.

Recommended for

  • Those who love tender, pull-apart savory pork kimchi jjim.
  • Those who want deep flavor using only fermented anchovy sauce and soy sauce without a special broth.
  • Those preparing a hearty main dish for a family meal.

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