Solo Cooking God Golleum Kimchi Jjim
A homestyle kimchi jjim with thin pork belly and kimchi, enhanced with fish cake, simmered until the broth thickens, perfect for mixing into steamed rice like a hidden alleyway restaurant favorite.
Ingredients needed 2 servings
Recipe
Cooking tips
- This dish is meant to be eaten by mixing the ingredients into rice rather than sipped as a soup, so avoid making the broth too watery—aim for a slightly thick, savory consistency.
- Choose fish cake with higher lean meat content (check the back of the packaging) to prevent it from breaking down or becoming mushy during long simmering, preserving a firm, chewy texture.
- You can substitute pork belly with stewing pork or ground pork, but thin pork belly yields better results due to its high fat content, which blends beautifully with the kimchi.
Recommended for
- Those seeking a bold, intense side dish that pairs perfectly with freshly steamed hot white rice.
- People looking to step beyond traditional kimchi stew and experience a unique twist with fish cake adding a distinctive savory depth.
- Students wanting a fail-safe meal with minimal seasoning measurements (all ingredients measured in 1 tablespoon).
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