Vegetarian Kimchi Jjigae (Kimchi Stew)

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Vegetarian Kimchi Jjigae, a hearty and flavor-packed Korean kimchi stew that's perfect for meat-free meals. This vegetarian twist on the classic dish is loaded with tangy kimchi, tender tofu, and nutrient-rich vegetables like zucchini, carrots, and onions, all gently simmered in a savory, spicy broth made with gochugaru and soy sauce for authentic flavors. Ready in just 45 minutes, this quick and easy one-pot recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend dinner. Garnished with fresh green scallions and infused with aromatic sesame oil, it offers a delightful balance of heat, umami, and freshness. Serve it piping hot alongside steamed rice for a satisfying Korean-inspired meal your whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Kimchi
• 14 oz Tofu
• 4 cups Vegetable stock
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 inch Ginger
• 1 tablespoon Gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 2 Scallions
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 14 oz Firm tofu

Directions

Step 1

Press the tofu for at least 15 minutes to remove excess moisture. Once done, cut the tofu into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2

Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger. Slice the carrot and zucchini into half-moon shapes. Chop the scallions, keeping the green and white parts separate.

Step 3

In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and stir-fry until it becomes translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the garlic and ginger to the pot and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the chopped kimchi to the pot and stir for about 3 minutes to enhance the flavors.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable stock, soy sauce, gochugaru, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Add the tofu cubes, carrot, and zucchini to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.

Step 8

Cover the pot and let the stew simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. If the stew is too thick, add more vegetable stock or water to reach your desired consistency.

Step 10

Garnish with the chopped green part of the scallions before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy your vegetarian kimchi jjigae!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2544.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1654.5

Total Fat 76.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 8109.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 138.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.2g	0%
Total Sugars 49.6g
Protein 134.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2361.8mg	0%
Iron 41.9mg	0%
Potassium 4884.7mg	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: 38.6%

Protein: 30.2%

Carbs: 31.2%