Chive Doenjang Jjigae: A Perfect Harmony of Savory and Aromatic Flavors
No More Side Dish Worries! Chive Doenjang Jjigae with a Double Flavor Boost from Gochujang
Torn between Kimchi Jjigae and Doenjang Jjigae? Today, we bring you the savory and delicious Chive Doenjang Jjigae! If you buy a bunch of chives, you can make chive seasoned sauce, chive pancakes, chive salad, and stir-fried chives with eggs, yet still have some left. Here’s how to use them up! Enjoy a rich and satisfying meal with this versatile chive dish.
Stew Ingredients- Fresh chives, a generous amount (about 1 handful)
- Rice water, 400ml (or anchovy-kelp broth)
- 1/2 sweet onion, chopped
- 1/2 Cheongyang chili pepper (for spicy kick, optional)
- 1/2 potato, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 handful of beef for stew
- 1 Tbsp Doenjang (fermented soybean paste)
- 0.5 Tbsp Gochujang (red pepper paste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
The foundation of a delicious Chive Doenjang Jjigae is its broth! Prepare 400ml of milky rice water, which is obtained from rinsing rice. Using anchovy-kelp broth will also add a deep flavor.
Step 2
Chop half a small onion into bite-sized pieces. The sweetness of the onion will enhance the umami of the Doenjang Jjigae.
Step 3
If you prefer a spicy flavor, finely chop half a Cheongyang chili pepper. If you don’t like it too spicy, you can omit it or use a regular chili pepper instead.
Step 4
Cut half a potato into bite-sized pieces. The potatoes will make the stew more hearty and satisfying.
Step 5
In a ttukbaegi (earthenware pot) perfect for simmering stews, add the chopped onion, potato, and chili pepper. Next, add a handful of beef for stew. Patting the beef dry with paper towels beforehand will result in a cleaner taste.
Step 6
Arrange all the prepared vegetables and beef nicely in the ttukbaegi.
Step 7
Now it’s time to add the seasonings that will define the stew’s flavor. Start with a generous spoonful (1 Tbsp) of rich and savory Doenjang.
Step 8
Adding a little Gochujang to Doenjang Jjigae provides a spicy kick and a deeper, more complex flavor. Add 0.5 Tbsp of Gochujang. It’s also excellent as a side dish with drinks!
Step 9
Pour the carefully prepared rice water over the ingredients and seasonings in the ttukbaegi.
Step 10
Now, place the ttukbaegi on the heat and let it simmer. The delicious aroma of Doenjang Jjigae will fill your kitchen, making your mouth water! You’ll be eager to mix it with rice.
Step 11
Check if the stew is boiling well and the potatoes are tender. Once the flavor is to your liking, add the generously chopped chives and simmer for another moment. Your delicious Chive Doenjang Jjigae is ready!
Step 12
Enjoy the fresh, crisp texture of the chives by eating the stew immediately after it’s cooked. The enhanced flavor from the Gochujang makes this Doenjang Jjigae even more special. Take a hearty spoonful, mix it with warm rice, and you won’t need any other side dishes! Mashing the potatoes and mixing them with the rice is pure bliss!
