Okjubu's Gourmet Jinmichae Bokkeum

Delicious jinmichae bokkeum that stays tender and moist even after soaking in water, perfect as a side dish to go with rice

🙋 Recommended for

  • Those who want soft, non-tough jinmichae bokkeum that stays fresh even when refrigerated
  • People looking to make a fail-safe side dish with minimal, easy-to-use seasonings

Ingredients needed 🛒4 servings

  • jinmichae 200g
  • water as needed (for soaking)
  • vegetable oil 4 tablespoons
  • gochujang 3 tablespoons
  • minced garlic 1 tablespoon
  • soy sauce 1 tablespoon
  • oligochaete sugar 2 tablespoons
  • sugar 2 tablespoons
  • mayonnaise 3 tablespoons
  • sesame seeds a little

Recipe 🍳

  1. Soak jinmichae in water for 5 to 10 minutes, then remove and squeeze out all excess moisture thoroughly.
  2. In a pan, add 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, 3 tablespoons gochujang, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 tablespoons oligochaete sugar, and 2 tablespoons sugar.
  3. Cook the seasonings over medium heat until the sauce begins to bubble gently.
  4. Add the soaked jinmichae to the pan and reduce heat to low, stirring continuously so the seasoning coats evenly.
  5. Turn off the heat, add 3 tablespoons mayonnaise, mix well to make it moist, then sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.
  1. Soak jinmichae in water, then squeeze out all moisture.
  2. Add the required seasonings to the pan and simmer.
  3. Add jinmichae and stir-fry on low heat with the sauce.
  4. Mix in mayonnaise and sesame seeds to finish.

Cooking tips 💡

  • Soaking jinmichae in water helps maintain its soft, moist texture even after long storage, preventing it from becoming tough.
  • For best results, warm the dish briefly in the microwave for about 30 seconds just before serving—children especially enjoy it this way.
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