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Doenjang jjigae
If making stock: simmer dashima and dried anchovies in the water 15 minutes, then strain.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Doenjang jjigae take?
30 min all in โ 10 min prep, 20 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 3 bowls. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
Mild.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Soy, Fish. Labels are informational โ check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Pescatarian, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night โ about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Saucepan.
How much salt do I put in?
This recipe does not list salt as its own ingredient. Saltiness comes from Doenjang โ 3 tbsp. Taste at the end rather than adding a number we did not write.
How much doenjang?
3 tbsp of Doenjang.
How much gochugaru?
1 tsp (optional) of Gochugaru.
What can I use instead?
Doenjang โ Miso. Milder, sweeter. Add a pinch of extra salt and do not call it doenjang.
Any tips from this recipe?
Potato instead of zucchini is a winter pot. A small piece of pork or a handful of clams is a luxury version, not a requirement.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.