Best 3 Korean Soft Tofu Stew Soon Du Bu Jigae Recipes

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Korean soft tofu stew, also known as soon du bu jigae, is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold day. This hearty stew is made with soft tofu, vegetables, and a spicy broth. The soft tofu melts in your mouth, and the vegetables add a crunchy texture. The spicy broth is made with gochujang (Korean chili paste), gochugaru (Korean chili powder), and doenjang (Korean soybean paste). This stew is often served with rice, and it can also be served with noodles or dumplings.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

KOREAN SOFT TOFU STEW (SOON DU BU JIGAE)



Korean Soft Tofu Stew (Soon Du Bu Jigae) image

This is an easy and authentic version of Korean tofu stew. I used to eat this every day at a very popular restaurant. I befriended a woman who worked there and she gave me the recipe. It's very versatile. Small pieces of meat or seafood can be added. It's thick and great in the winter and can be made very mild or very spicy. I've seen some recipes on the internet for this dish that are the American version. They may be good too but this one is authentic.

Provided by susi EM

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon Korean chile powder
2 tablespoons ground beef
1 tablespoon Korean soy bean paste (doenjang)
1 cup water
salt and pepper to taste
1 (12 ounce) package Korean soon tofu or soft tofu, drained and sliced
1 egg
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1 green onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the Korean chile powder and ground beef. Cook and stir until the beef is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Stir in the soy bean paste, coating the beef. Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper. Gently drop tofu into the soup and continue cooking until the tofu is heated through, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and quickly add the egg into the soup, stirring gently to break it up. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 99.4 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 415.1 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

KIMCHI SOONDUBU JJIGAE



Kimchi Soondubu Jjigae image

This warming and comforting soondubu jjigae is made with extra soft tofu, soondubu, thinly sliced meat, kimchi and anchovy broth. It takes less than 30 minutes to prepare this bubbling pot of stew packed with robust flavors!

Provided by Hyosun

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (12 ounces sundubu (extra soft/silken tofu))
⅓ cup thinly sliced kimchi
3 ounces pork or beef
1 to 3 teaspoons red chili pepper flakes (gochugaru- add more for a spicier stew)
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon sesame oil (use a little more if using more gochugaru)
1 cup water or anchovy broth (See note)
2 to 3 tablespoons juice from kimchi
1/2 teaspoon saewujeot (salted shrimp) or salt to taste
pinch black pepper
1 scallion, finely chopped
1 egg - optional

Steps:

  • Cut the meat and kimchi into small thin strips. Add the kimchi, meat, red chili pepper flakes, garlic and sesame oil to a small pot, and place it over medium heat.
  • Stir-fry until the meat is almost cooked, 3 - 4 minutes.
  • Pour in water (or broth) and the juice from the kimchi. Bring it to a boil, and continue to boil for 3 - 4 minutes. Skim off the scum.
  • Add the soft tofu in big chunks. Stir in the salted shrimp or salt to taste (start with 1/4 teaspoon) and black pepper. Cook for 4 -5 minutes. Add the chopped scallion just before removing the pot from the heat. If desired, crack an egg into the stew to serve while it's still boiling hot.

KOREAN SOFT TOFU STEW (SOON DU BU JIGAE)



Korean Soft Tofu Stew (Soon Du Bu Jigae) image

This is an easy and authentic version of Korean tofu stew. I used to eat this every day at a very popular restaurant. I befriended a woman who worked there and she gave me the recipe. It's very versatile. Small pieces of meat or seafood can be added. It's thick and great in the winter and can be made very mild or very spicy. I've seen some recipes on the internet for this dish that are the American version. They may be good too but this one is authentic.

Provided by susi EM

Categories     Beef Stew

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon Korean chile powder
2 tablespoons ground beef
1 tablespoon Korean soy bean paste (doenjang)
1 cup water
salt and pepper to taste
1 (12 ounce) package Korean soon tofu or soft tofu, drained and sliced
1 egg
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1 green onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the Korean chile powder and ground beef. Cook and stir until the beef is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Stir in the soy bean paste, coating the beef. Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper. Gently drop tofu into the soup and continue cooking until the tofu is heated through, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and quickly add the egg into the soup, stirring gently to break it up. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 99.4 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 415.1 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

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Tips for Making the Best Korean Soft Tofu Stew (Soon Du Bu Jigae):

- **Choose the right tofu:** Use fresh, soft tofu that is not too firm. Firm tofu will not absorb the flavors of the stew as well. - **Use a variety of vegetables:** Don't be afraid to add a variety of vegetables to your stew, such as mushrooms, zucchini, carrots, and onions. This will add flavor and texture to the dish. - **Use a good quality broth:** The broth is the base of the stew, so it's important to use a good quality broth. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or dashi. - **Don't overcook the tofu:** Tofu is a delicate ingredient, so it's important not to overcook it. Overcooked tofu will become tough and rubbery. - **Serve with rice:** Korean soft tofu stew is traditionally served with rice. The rice can be used to soak up the delicious broth. ###

Conclusion:

Korean soft tofu stew (soon du bu jigae) is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of soft tofu, vegetables, and a flavorful broth, this stew is sure to please everyone at the table.

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