Korean Budae Jjigae Army Stew

Korean Budae Jjigae Army Stew

StandardKoreanDinnerSpicyComfort FoodHearty
⏱️ 20m PREP
🔥 30m COOK
👥 4 SERVINGS
⚡ 650 CAL/SERV
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Overview

A spicy and hearty Korean stew combining savory meats, vegetables, and noodles, making it a comforting and filling meal.

Macronutrients per serving

130
grams
Protein
25.0g 19%
Fat
20.0g 15%
Carbs
85.0g 65%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C
30% DV
Supports immune function
🔺 Calcium
15% DV
Builds strong bones
🔺 Iron
20% DV
Supports oxygen transport in the blood
☀️ Vitamin A
40% DV
Essential for vision and immune health
🌾 Fiber
6 grams
Promotes digestive health

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup kimchi chopped
  • 200 grams spam cubed
  • 200 grams tofu cubed
  • 1 cup baked beans
  • 100 grams Korean rice cakes
  • 100 grams instant ramen noodles
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced
  • 1 cup green onions sliced

Sauce Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced

Instructions

  1. 1 In a small bowl, mix gochujang, soy sauce, sugar, and minced garlic to create the sauce.
  2. 2 Place a large, shallow pot on the stove. Add the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer.
  3. 3 Arrange the kimchi, spam, tofu, baked beans, rice cakes, mushrooms, and green onions in sections over the simmering broth.
  4. 4 Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the ingredients in the pot.
  5. 5 Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  6. 6 Add the instant ramen noodles to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the noodles are tender.
  7. 7 Stir gently to combine all ingredients. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  8. 8 Serve hot, directly from the pot, allowing everyone to enjoy the stew with rice or as is.

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