Korean Doenjang Jjigae (된장찌개)
Korean · East Asia
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8/10
A hearty fermented soybean paste stew with tofu, zucchini, and mushrooms — Korea's everyday comfort food.
Why It Works
Doenjang is Korea's answer to miso but funkier and more robust; the fermented soybean enzymes continue developing flavor even during the brief simmer.
Key Ingredients
doenjang (fermented soybean paste)
tofu
zucchini
mushrooms
anchovy broth
garlic
green chilies
scallions
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