Kimchi
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Gluten-free Korean

Kimchi

A deeply savory Korean kimchi stew simmered with pork, tofu, and anchovy broth. The kimchi softens into the broth while gochugaru and garlic build a rounded, gently fiery finish.

55 min 4 servings Medium
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How to prepare

1
Heat a heavy 3-liter pot over medium heat. Add the pork belly and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fat renders and the edges begin to brown.
2
Add the onion and garlic to the rendered fat. Saute for 2 minutes, until the onion turns translucent and the garlic smells fragrant.
3
Add the chopped kimchi and gochugaru. Saute for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring often, until the kimchi darkens slightly and its liquid becomes glossy.
Kimchi and pork sauteing until glossy in a heavy pot. AI-generated image
4
Pour in the hot anchovy broth and reserved kimchi brine, then stir in the sugar. Bring to a boil over high heat, scraping the bottom of the pot.
5
Reduce the heat to low, cover partially, and simmer for 20 minutes. The pork should be tender and the broth should taste concentrated and rounded.
6
Nestle the tofu cubes into the broth and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes, keeping the liquid at a gentle bubble so the tofu warms through without crumbling.
7
Taste and adjust with more kimchi brine or gochugaru if needed. Turn off the heat, drizzle in the sesame oil, and scatter over the scallions.
8
Rest the stew for 5 minutes, then serve bubbling hot in warm bowls with steamed rice.
Bowl of Korean kimchi stew with pork, tofu, kimchi, scallions, and rice. AI-generated image

Why this recipe works

Fermented kimchi supplies acidity and umami, while pork fat rounds the broth and tofu adds a soft, creamy contrast. Simmering the kimchi before adding the stock deepens its flavor without losing its characteristic tang.

Storage and reheating

How to store it

Cool within 2 hours, then refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Store rice separately.

How to reheat it

Reheat gently in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbling throughout and steaming hot, adding a splash of water if needed. Do not repeatedly reheat the full batch.

Nutrition / serving

541kcal
17.10 gprotein
12.18 gcarbs
47.42 gfat
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Published 20 Aug 2026 · updated 21 Aug 2026