Spicy Pork and Potato Stew
Spicy and Hearty Potato Stew with Savory Doenjang
Let’s make a spicy and hearty potato stew, seasoned with rich homemade doenjang, that’s so delicious it’ll make you want to eat more rice. It’s a perfect dish for a chilly day!
Spicy Potato Stew Ingredients- 8 medium potatoes
- 1 liter (about 4 cups) water
- 1 onion
- Generous amount of Cheongyang chili peppers (to taste)
- 2 Tbsp ‘Yeondu’ (Korean soup soy sauce or fish sauce alternative)
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp homemade soybean paste (doenjang)
- 1 Tbsp red pepper paste (gochujang)
- 1 packet enoki mushrooms
- 1 large green onion (scallion)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Peel the skin off the 8 medium potatoes and wash them thoroughly under running water.
Step 2
Cut the potatoes into bite-sized pieces. It’s best to cut them into about 2-3 cm cubes so they don’t fall apart during cooking.
Step 3
Pour 1 liter (about 4 cups) of water into a pot. Having enough broth ensures the potatoes cook evenly and the flavors meld well.
Step 4
Chop 1 onion into large pieces. Onions add a refreshing sweetness and depth to the broth.
Step 5
If you like it spicy, add a generous amount of Cheongyang chili peppers. Slicing them diagonally after removing the seeds will give you a wonderfully spicy kick. (Adjust the spice level to your preference.)
Step 6
Add 2 tablespoons of ‘Yeondu’ to enhance the savory notes of the dish. Yeondu adds a deep flavor to clear broths.
Step 7
Add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce to season the stew and add richness.
Step 8
Stir in 1 tablespoon of homemade soybean paste (doenjang) for a robust and deep flavor. The unique aroma of homemade doenjang elevates the stew’s taste.
Step 9
Add 1 tablespoon of red pepper paste (gochujang) to give it a spicy and complex flavor. Gochujang balances the spiciness with a deep, savory taste.
Step 10
Cut 1 packet of enoki mushrooms into quarters (after trimming the base) and add them to the pot. Enoki mushrooms are best added near the end to retain their chewy texture.
Step 11
Finally, chop 1 large green onion into large pieces and place them on top of the stew. The fresh flavor and aroma of green onions enhance the overall taste.
Step 12
Once all the ingredients are in and simmering, your spicy and delicious homemade doenjang potato stew will be ready!
Step 13
Serve this stew hot with freshly cooked rice, and you’ll have a truly satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Enjoy it with your family!
