Holiday Leftover Special! Hearty and Spicy Jeon-jjigae Recipe
A satisfying Jeon-jjigae made with leftover Jeon (pancake) from holidays, reminiscent of Budae-jjigae
This is a special Jeon-jjigae recipe that utilizes leftover codfish pancakes (dongtae-jeon) and tofu pancakes (dubu-buchim), along with Spam and sausages, creating a rich flavor profile similar to Budae-jjigae (army stew). We add chopped spicy green chilies for a robust kick, making it the perfect dish to conclude your holiday feast with a delicious and slightly spicy note.
Main Ingredients- 5 sheets of Codfish Pancake (Dongtae-jeon)
- 3 sheets of Pan-fried Tofu (Dubu-buchim)
- 100g Spam
- 60g Sausage
- 1 cup Kimchi (aged and fermented)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the codfish pancakes and pan-fried tofu by cutting them into bite-sized pieces. Cut the codfish pancakes slightly larger than bite-sized, and the tofu into similar dimensions to the codfish pancakes for a visually appealing and easy-to-eat stew.
Step 2
Next, arrange the cut codfish pancakes and pan-fried tofu nicely in a pot. Presenting the ingredients attractively will make the stew look more appetizing when cooked.
Step 3
Slice the 100g of Spam into similar thickness as the tofu, and diagonally slice one sausage. Add them to the pot along with the other ingredients. Using a variety of processed meats will enhance the richness of the stew.
Step 4
Add 1 cup of aged kimchi, cut into bite-sized pieces, to the center of the pot. The tangy flavor of the kimchi will add depth to the stew’s broth.
Step 5
Now it’s time to add the seasonings. Sprinkle 1 Tbsp of gochugaru and 1/2 Tbsp of minced garlic over the kimchi, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Step 6
Pour 2.5 cups (approximately 500ml) of the prepared anchovy-kelp broth into the pot. Make sure the broth sufficiently covers the ingredients so that the flavors can meld properly during cooking.
Step 7
Place the pot on the stove over high heat and bring to a boil. Once the broth is bubbling vigorously, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer gently, allowing the ingredients to meld together. This process concentrates the flavors as the broth reduces.
Step 8
Finally, add the diagonally sliced 1 stalk of scallion and 2 Korean green chilies. Sprinkle a pinch of black pepper for added aroma. Continue to simmer until all ingredients are cooked through and the broth has slightly thickened, completing your flavorful and spicy Jeon-jjigae. Feel free to add mushrooms or extra tofu according to your preference.
