Spicy & Sweet Gochujang Stew: The Ultimate Rice Thief
The Best Stew for a Lost Appetite! Flavorful Gochujang Stew Recipe
This Gochujang stew is so irresistibly delicious, it makes rice disappear like magic! You won’t need any other side dishes. It’s incredibly simple to make, allowing anyone to enjoy a fantastic meal at home. Rekindle your appetite and complete a satisfying meal with this stew, boasting a perfect balance of spicy, savory, and deeply satisfying flavors!
Main Stew Ingredients
- 100g pork shoulder or neck, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 onion, thinly sliced or diced
- 1 potato, peeled and diced
- 1 chili pepper (e.g., Korean green chili or red chili), thinly sliced diagonally (adjust quantity for spice preference)
- 1 bunch enoki mushrooms, trimmed and separated
Seasonings & Broth
- 400ml water
- 1 broth pack (or anchovy-kelp broth)
- 2 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 2 tsp Gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp soup soy sauce (Gukganjang)
- 1/2 tsp sugar (or 1 tsp, adjust sweetness)
- 1/2 tsp MSG/flavor enhancer (like Dasida), optional
- 400ml water
- 1 broth pack (or anchovy-kelp broth)
- 2 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 2 tsp Gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp soup soy sauce (Gukganjang)
- 1/2 tsp sugar (or 1 tsp, adjust sweetness)
- 1/2 tsp MSG/flavor enhancer (like Dasida), optional
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, pour 400ml of water into a pot and add 1 broth pack. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium heat and simmer for about 5 minutes to create a flavorful broth.
Step 2
Remove the broth pack from the steeped broth. Add the prepared potatoes and onions to the pot. Potatoes take longer to cook, so it’s best to add them first. (Tip: Dicing the potatoes helps them cook faster and also breaks down to thicken the stew.)
Step 3
Add the key seasonings to the pot: 2 Tbsp Gochujang, 2 tsp Gochugaru, 1 tsp soup soy sauce, 1/2 tsp sugar, and 1/2 tsp of an optional flavor enhancer like Dasida. Stir well to dissolve. This step forms the foundation of the stew’s rich flavor.
Step 4
Add the bite-sized pork pieces (shoulder or neck) to the pot. The pork will release its savory juices, enriching the broth as it cooks. Simmer over medium heat for about 10 minutes until the pork is fully cooked. (Tip: For an even deeper flavor, you can briefly stir-fry the pork before adding it to the stew.)
Step 5
While the pork is cooking, add the diagonally sliced chili pepper and 1/2 tsp of minced garlic to the stew. The chili pepper adds a pleasant spiciness, while the minced garlic contributes a fresh and clean aroma.
Step 6
Finally, add the trimmed and separated enoki mushrooms to the pot. Simmer for about 5 more minutes. Enoki mushrooms can become mushy if overcooked, so adding them at the end ensures they retain a pleasant texture. Your delicious Gochujang stew is now ready to enjoy!
