Doenjang Jjigae (Korean Soybean Paste Stew)

Ingredients

  • 3 cups water or anchovy broth
  • 2-3 tbsp doenjang
  • 200g tofu, cubed
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 potato, diced
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup mushrooms (e.g., shiitake or enoki)
  • 1 green chili, chopped
  • 1 red chili, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 green onion, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Boil the water or anchovy broth in a pot.
  • Add doenjang and stir until fully dissolved.
  • Add the potato, onion, zucchini, mushrooms, and garlic.
  • Let it simmer until the vegetables are tender.
  • Add the tofu and cook for a few more minutes.
  • Finish with green onion, green and red chilies, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

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