Spicy and Rich Pork Kimchi Stew
Quick 20-Minute Spicy Pork Kimchi Stew Recipe
Enjoy a hearty meal even when dining alone! While many convenient meal kits are available for solo diners, you can easily make a delicious Pork Kimchi Stew at home in just 20 minutes. This recipe is designed for even beginner cooks, offering simple and detailed instructions. Dive into the wonderfully spicy and deep flavors of this Pork Kimchi Stew – it’s a real rice companion!
Main Ingredients
- 250g Pork shoulder (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1/2 block Tofu (cut into cubes)
- 1 clove Ginger (sliced)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 stalk Green onion (sliced diagonally)
- 1/2 Tbsp Beef bouillon powder (or anchovy bouillon powder)
- 350ml – 400ml Water
- 1/2 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
Seasoned Kimchi
- 350g Aged Kimchi (finely chopped)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Vinegar
- 350g Aged Kimchi (finely chopped)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Vinegar
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s season the kimchi. Prepare your aged kimchi and chop it into pieces about 1cm wide. If your kimchi is too sour, you can add a little more sugar and vinegar.
Step 2
Place the chopped kimchi in a bowl and add 1 tablespoon of sugar. Sugar helps to balance the sourness of the kimchi and enhances its umami flavor.
Step 3
Add 1 tablespoon of vinegar to the same bowl. Vinegar will brighten the kimchi’s flavor and make it even tastier.
Step 4
Gently mix the ingredients with your hands until the sugar is dissolved. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to allow the seasonings to meld with the kimchi.
Step 5
Now, let’s get started on the stew! Pour 350ml to 400ml of water into a pot. You can adjust the amount of water later to achieve your desired stew consistency.
Step 6
Add 1/2 tablespoon of beef bouillon powder to the water. This will add a deeper, richer flavor to your stew.
Step 7
Add the sliced ginger. Ginger helps to remove any porky smell and adds a nice aromatic quality. Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
Step 8
Once the water is boiling vigorously, add the pork pieces and cubed tofu to the pot.
Step 9
Add the minced garlic. Garlic plays a key role in giving the stew its characteristic spicy and refreshing taste.
Step 10
Cover the pot and let it boil over high heat for about 5 minutes, allowing the pork to cook. This step helps to infuse the broth with the flavors of the ingredients.
Step 11
When the stew starts to bubble and the pork is about halfway cooked, proceed to the next step.
Step 12
Remove the sliced ginger that was added earlier. This is to prevent the ginger flavor from becoming too overpowering.
Step 13
Now, add the kimchi that you seasoned earlier to the pot. The well-seasoned kimchi is what gives this stew its delicious spicy kick.
Step 14
Add the diagonally sliced green onion. The mild sweetness of the green onion will further enhance the stew’s overall flavor profile.
Step 15
Add 1/2 tablespoon of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes). If you prefer it spicier, feel free to add more to your liking.
Step 16
Uncover the pot and let it simmer for another 10 to 15 minutes. Continue cooking until the ingredients are fully tender and the broth has thickened slightly. Your delicious Pork Kimchi Stew is now ready! Enjoy it with a hot bowl of rice.
