The 2 Dollar Stew (Budae Jjigae)
A budget-friendly and flavorful Korean stew made with pantry staples and a touch of spice.
35m4Servings
Nutrition
275kcal
11gProtein
19gCarbs
17gFat
Ingredients
Kimchi
1 cup
Gochujang
2 tbsp
Gochugaru
1 tbsp
Garlic
3 cloves
Onion
0.5 piece
Vegetable Broth
4 cups
Spam
0.5 can
Hot Dogs
2 pieces
Baked Beans
½ cup
Tofu
0.5 block
Ramen Noodles
1 package
Green Onions
2 stalks
Salt
To taste
to taste
Instructions
1Prepare the Aromatics and Base
5m
5mSauté Aromatics
Finely mince the garlic and thinly slice the onion. In a large pot or Dutch oven, sauté the garlic and onion over medium heat until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Add Kimchi and Spices
Add the kimchi, gochujang, and gochugaru to the pot. Stir well and cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
2Build the Stew
10m
10mAdd Broth and Meats
Pour in the vegetable broth. Add the sliced Spam and hot dogs to the pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add Beans and Tofu
Stir in the baked beans and cubed tofu. Continue to simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the ingredients to heat through and the flavors to combine.
3Cook Noodles and Finish
10m
10mAdd Ramen Noodles
Add the ramen noodles to the simmering stew. Cook according to package directions, usually about 3-5 minutes, until the noodles are tender.
Season and Garnish
Taste the stew and season with salt if needed. Ladle the stew into bowls. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Tips
For a spicier stew, add more gochugaru or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
You can add other vegetables like mushrooms or napa cabbage for extra flavor and texture.
If you don't have Spam, other processed meats like Vienna sausages can be used.