Hearty Spam Kimchi Stew
Super Simple Recipe for Spam Kimchi Stew: A True Rice Thief!
Whip up a delicious Spam Kimchi Stew with ingredients from your fridge! This recipe guides you through making a flavorful and savory stew with ease. Follow this simple method for a satisfying meal that anyone can make.
Main Ingredients & Seasoning
- 1 cup well-fermented kimchi (including juice)
- 1 ladle of kimchi brine
- 1/2 onion
- 2/3 can of Spam
- 5-6 ladles of anchovy-kelp broth (or rice water)
- A little cooking oil
- A little green onion
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
This Spam Kimchi Stew is perfect with a hot bowl of rice. Making it in a 1-2 serving earthenware pot yields just the right amount for two people. While kimchi stew with pork or beef is delicious, my husband especially loves it when I make it with Spam. I’ll show you how to make this simple and easy Spam Kimchi Stew.
Step 2
First, prepare your ingredients. Slice the Spam into bite-sized pieces. Cut the onion in half and slice it thinly or into rough cubes. If you have green onions, chop them finely to add at the end; I used frozen ones. If you have anchovy-kelp broth ready, great! If not, rice water is a good substitute for a savory flavor.
Step 3
Take about 1 cup of well-fermented kimchi, chopped into manageable pieces. Heat a little cooking oil in your earthenware pot and stir-fry the kimchi. If your kimchi is very sour, you can add a pinch of sugar at this stage to balance the flavor. Since we’re not using meat, stir-frying the kimchi well is key to developing a deep flavor.
Step 4
Once the kimchi is somewhat softened and fragrant, add the sliced onion and continue to stir-fry. Cook until the onion becomes slightly translucent and releases its sweet aroma.
Step 5
Now it’s time to add the broth. I used a ladle to measure the broth I had freshly boiled, about 5 to 6 ladles. Using plenty of broth makes the stew much richer and more flavorful.
Step 6
After adding all the broth, pour in about 1 ladle of kimchi brine. This brine adds a wonderful savory depth and a touch of spiciness to the stew.
Step 7
Once the broth and kimchi mixture comes to a rolling boil, add all the prepared Spam. Stir occasionally to prevent the stew from sticking to the bottom.
Step 8
Let the stew boil for a little longer after adding the Spam. This allows the flavors from the Spam and the savory essence to meld beautifully with the stew. If the kimchi’s sourness is still too strong, you can add a tiny bit more sugar to adjust the taste balance.
Step 9
When the stew is bubbling vigorously and looks delicious, give it a gentle stir to combine the kimchi and Spam with the broth. Finally, garnish generously with the chopped green onions. Your delicious Spam Kimchi Stew is ready!
Step 10
As you can see, making Spam Kimchi Stew is surprisingly simple. Enjoy your hearty meal!
