Budae Jjigae: Easy and Indulgent Korean Army Stew with Turkey Bacon
Budae Jjigae, or Korean Army Stew, is a hearty dish featuring a delicious combination of flavors, perfect for any casual meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 8 ounces turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups kimchi
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 8 ounces instant ramen noodles
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup tofu, cubed
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add the onion and garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the kimchi, chicken broth, gochujang, and soy sauce. Bring to a boil.
- Add the ramen noodles, mushrooms, and tofu. Simmer until the noodles are cooked through.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to add any other vegetables you like, such as zucchini or spinach.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less gochujang.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Budae Jjigae, Korean Army Stew, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food