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Kimchi-jjigae is a spicy Korean stew made with kimchi, pork, tofu, and broth.
It is a common home meal and is usually served with rice.
Food Info / History
Kimchi-jjigae (kimchi stew) is a staple, hearty Korean comfort food made by simmering well-fermented sour kimchi, pork belly, tofu, and onions in a broth, creating a spicy, savory, and tangy flavor.
Kimchi existed as a non-spicy pickled vegetable dish well prior to the Joseon era (1392–1897); it was not until the introduction of chili peppers to the Korean peninsula mid-era that the variant of kimchi which has become the de facto standard of today was created. Kimchi-jjigae is assumed to have developed around this time as well.