Raymon Kim's Pork Soondubu Jjigae

Cooking tips 💡

• When making perilla oil, add green onions before the pan gets too hot and sauté slowly over low heat to deeply infuse the oil with green onion aroma.
• Avoid adding too much kimchi, as it can overpower the authentic flavor of soondubu jjigae and turn it into a regular kimchi stew—use only a small amount for umami enhancement.
• Since soondubu continuously releases moisture during cooking, avoid adding excess water at the beginning to achieve a clean, clear broth.
• Using shrimp paste instead of salt enhances the harmony between pork and the broth, allowing you to achieve a deep, refreshing flavor without relying on additional seasonings.

Recommended for 🙋

• ⭐Those who want to enjoy a restaurant-style spicy and refreshing soondubu jjigae at home with ease.
• ⭐People looking to create a rich, deep, natural umami-rich soup using shrimp paste and perilla oil.
• ⭐Those craving a hearty stew with generous portions of pork and soft soondubu.