How to Make Rich and Spicy Sundubu-jjigae – My Husband’s Favorite Recipe
Introducing a rich and spicy Sundubu-jjigae recipe that I made at my husband’s request. With fragrant scallion oil, spicy chili oil, beef, and plenty of vegetables, this hearty Korean soft tofu stew pairs perfectly with a bowl of rice.
Hello everyone~
Today, I made a rich and spicy Sundubu-jjigae (Korean soft tofu stew) that my husband had been craving for days.
It may look complicated, but if you follow the steps carefully, you can easily make a deep and flavorful stew without fail 😊
🛒 Ingredients – A Hearty Meal for the Family
- 2 packs of soft tofu
- Ground beef (or pork)
- Onion, zucchini
- Green onion, Cheongyang chili peppers
- 4 eggs
- 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp anchovy fish sauce
- Korean red pepper powder (for chili oil)
Personally, I enjoy using beef, but I think pork gives the broth an even richer flavor. Feel free to choose whichever you prefer!
🔥 Making the Oil – The Secret to Deep Flavor
First, heat some oil in a pan and add finely chopped green onions to make scallion oil.
Once the aroma starts to come out, add Korean red pepper powder to create a spicy chili oil.
This step is the most important part for creating the rich and flavorful broth of Sundubu-jjigae.
🥩 Stir-frying the Meat and Vegetables – Deep Flavor Without Stock
Once the chili oil is ready, add the prepared ground beef and stir-fry it.
When the meat is partially cooked, add 2 tbsp soy sauce and 2 tbsp anchovy fish sauce for extra umami flavor.
Next, add the onion and zucchini, and stir-fry everything together until well combined.
💧 Let It Simmer – Time for the Soft Tofu!
When the ingredients are nicely cooked, pour in just enough water to cover everything.
Once it starts boiling, gently add 2 packs of soft tofu in large chunks.
Then add extra green onions and Cheongyang chili peppers for more heat and flavor, and let it simmer a little longer.
🥚 Final Touch – Add Plenty of Eggs and Simmer for 10 More Minutes
The finishing touch of this stew is definitely the eggs!
Since my family loves eggs, we added 4 eggs generously.
Let the stew simmer gently for about 10 more minutes, and your comforting bowl of Sundubu-jjigae is complete!
🍽️ Time to Enjoy
This finished Sundubu-jjigae tastes amazing with just a bowl of freshly steamed white rice — no side dishes needed.
With simple ingredients, anyone can make a restaurant-quality Korean stew at home.
How about enjoying a warm and spicy bowl of soft and comforting Sundubu-jjigae with your family tonight?
💛 Final Thoughts
Whenever you’re wondering what to cook on the weekend, or craving something warm and comforting,
I highly recommend trying this recipe.
Enjoy your delicious meal today,
and have a warm and happy day! Thank you! 🍲✨