Pork and Tofu in Kimchee
Savor the bold, comforting flavors of Korean cuisine with this Pork and Tofu in Kimchee recipe, a one-pot wonder that's equal parts hearty and tangy. Tender pieces of pork belly (or shoulder) are stir-fried with fragrant garlic and ginger before being simmered alongside firm tofu and spicy, fermented kimchee. A kick of gochugaru adds depth, while soy sauce and sesame oil round out the umami-packed broth. This easy-to-make dish wonderfully melds spicy, savory, and slightly sour notes, creating a cozy meal perfect for weeknights. Serve it steaming hot with a garnish of fresh green onions, and pair it with a bowl of rice to soak up all the delicious broth. Whether you're a fan of Korean flavors or looking for a new way to cook pork and tofu, this dish is sure to become a favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 g Pork belly or pork shoulder
- 400 g Firm tofu
- 250 g Kimchee (fermented cabbage)
- 1 tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Ginger, grated
- 500 ml Chicken stock or water
- 2 stalks Green onion, chopped
- 1 to taste Salt
- 1 to taste Black pepper
Instructions
Cut the pork into small, bite-sized pieces. Slice the tofu into 2 cm cubes and set aside.
Heat a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat. Add the sesame oil, followed by the minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the pork pieces to the pan and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the kimchee and gochugaru. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Pour in the chicken stock (or water), followed by the soy sauce. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Carefully add the tofu cubes to the pot. Let the dish simmer for 15–20 minutes, allowing the tofu to absorb the flavors.
Taste the broth and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.
Garnish with chopped green onion just before serving. Serve hot, optionally with steamed rice on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2179 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 195.4 g | 251% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.0 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 216 mg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 7096 mg | 309% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.8 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.8 g | ||
| Protein | 84.5 g | 169% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 799 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1896 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
