Dinner Tonight: Zen’s Kimchi Jjigae

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
6%
Dinner Tonight: Zen’s Kimchi Jjigae
45 min.
4
335kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that will transport your taste buds straight to Korea! Tonight, we’re diving into the heartwarming world of Kimchi Jjigae, a beloved Korean stew that’s as comforting as it is flavorful. This dish is perfect for those chilly evenings when you crave something hearty yet light. With its rich blend of spices, tender pork belly, and the unmistakable tang of kimchi, this soup is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

What makes Zen’s Kimchi Jjigae truly special is its simplicity and the way it brings people together. It’s gluten-free and dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions, while still delivering a punch of flavor that everyone will enjoy. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a pot of this delicious stew that serves four, making it ideal for family dinners or cozy gatherings with friends.

As you simmer the ingredients, the aroma will fill your home, inviting everyone to the table. The combination of tender pork, spicy kimchi, and aromatic garlic and ginger creates a symphony of flavors that will warm your soul. Serve it piping hot alongside a bowl of fluffy white rice, and you have a meal that’s not just food, but an experience. So grab your apron and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons pepper black
  • cloves garlic sliced
  • tablespoon ginger minced
  • 0.5 pound kimchi chopped
  • large onion thinly sliced
  • 0.5 pound pork belly skinless cut into 1 inch pieces
  • servings salt 
  •  spring onion chopped
  • teaspoons sugar 
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Place a large pot over medium high heat. When nice and hot, dump in the pork belly and brown quickly on all sides.
  2. Remove the pork, and then add the onions. There should be enough fat in the pan to cook the onions, if not add a little peanut oil. Cook the onion slices until they begin to brown, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Add the ginger, garlic, kimchi, and scallions. Cook, stirring occasionally, for a few minutes or until very fragrant.
  4. Pour in the 6 cups of water and return the pork to the pot. Bring to a boil and let cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Add the sugar and black pepper and stir. Season with salt if needed.
  6. Serve piping hot with some white rice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories335kcal
Protein8.03%
Fat81.11%
Carbs10.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.52
Glycemic Load
2.66
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
10.007826089859%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.88mg
Kaempferol
0.41mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
8.92mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:334.89kcal
16.74%
Fat:30.46g
46.86%
Saturated Fat:11.04g
68.98%
Carbohydrates:9.18g
3.06%
Net Carbohydrates:7.01g
2.55%
Sugar:4.52g
5.02%
Cholesterol:40.82mg
13.61%
Sodium:516.16mg
22.44%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.78g
13.57%
Vitamin K:51.38µg
48.93%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.24%
Vitamin B3:3.4mg
17%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.5%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.56%
Iron:2.1mg
11.69%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.41%
Folate:45.26µg
11.32%
Phosphorus:94.63mg
9.46%
Potassium:305.03mg
8.72%
Fiber:2.18g
8.7%
Vitamin B12:0.48µg
7.94%
Selenium:5.37µg
7.67%
Copper:0.15mg
7.32%
Vitamin C:5.76mg
6.98%
Zinc:0.89mg
5.9%
Calcium:57.02mg
5.7%
Magnesium:22.75mg
5.69%
Vitamin A:184.4IU
3.69%
Vitamin E:0.37mg
2.49%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.27%