Kimchi Soup Recipe
Kimchi soup, also known as kimchi jjigae, is a traditional Korean dish that is both delicious and easy to make. This hearty soup is made with fermented cabbage, also known as kimchi, and various other ingredients that create a rich and flavorful broth. Whether you are a fan of Korean cuisine or just looking to try something new, this kimchi soup recipe is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups of kimchi, chopped
– 200 grams of pork belly, sliced
– 1 onion, sliced
– 2 cloves of garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon of gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
– 1 tablespoon of gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
– 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
– 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
– 1 cup of soft tofu, cubed
– 2 green onions, chopped
– Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Instructions:
1. Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the pork belly slices. Cook until they become crispy and browned, then remove them from the pot and set them aside.
2. In the same pot, add the onion and garlic. Sauté until they become fragrant and slightly softened.
3. Add the chopped kimchi to the pot and cook for a few minutes until it becomes slightly translucent.
4. Stir in the gochugaru, gochujang, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well until the kimchi is coated with the seasonings.
5. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Add the cubed tofu and cooked pork belly slices back into the pot. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
8. Remove the pot from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.
9. Serve the kimchi soup hot with a bowl of steamed rice.
This recipe serves approximately 4 people and takes around 30 minutes to prepare and cook. Enjoy the spicy and tangy flavors of this comforting kimchi soup!