Low Fat Kimchi Jjigae (Kimchi Stew)

Delight your taste buds with this Low Fat Kimchi Jjigae (Kimchi Stew), a lighter take on Korea’s beloved comfort dish that doesn’t compromise on bold flavors. Packed with tangy kimchi, tender slices of lean pork loin, and protein-rich tofu, this hearty stew is simmered in a low sodium broth infused with garlic, gochugaru, and gochujang for an irresistible depth of flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pot meal comes together in just 40 minutes, offering a healthier yet authentic twist on the classic recipe. Serve it steaming hot with a side of steamed rice for a nutritious and satisfying meal that’s low in fat but high in heat and heartiness. Keywords: low fat kimchi jjigae, healthy Korean recipes, low sodium kimchi stew, easy Korean comfort food, kimchi tofu stew.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 350 grams kimchi
• 150 grams lean pork loin, sliced thinly
• 1 medium onion
• 200 grams tofu, firm
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
• 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
• 800 milliliters low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 green onions
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Prepare your ingredients: slice the onion and green onions, dice the tofu into bite-sized cubes, and thinly slice the lean pork loin.

Step 2

In a large pot over medium heat, add the kimchi and a little of its juice (about 2 tablespoons) and stir-fry it for about 3 minutes to release its flavor.

Step 3

Add the sliced pork loin to the pot and cook until it starts to become opaque.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic, gochugaru, and gochujang, and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the low sodium chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the sliced onion and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 7

Gently add the tofu cubes, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper, and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Turn off the heat and add the sliced green onions on top.

Step 10

Serve hot, with steamed rice on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1757.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	773.0

Total Fat 27.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
Cholesterol 114.7mg	0%
Sodium 4467.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 17.4g
Protein 85.0g	0%

Vitamin D 12.4IU	0%
Calcium 1616.4mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 2415.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.5%

Protein: 42.4%

Carbs: 27.0%