Gochu Jeongol

Gochu Jeongol is a vibrant and flavorful Korean hot pot that showcases the rich umami of gochugaru and a variety of fresh vegetables. This vegetarian dish is perfect for sharing and brings warmth and comfort to any dining experience.

Ingredients

• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes) - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Tofu (firm, cubed) - 200 grams
• Mushrooms (shiitake or enoki) - 100 grams, sliced
• Zucchini - 1 small, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Spinach - 100 grams
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic and ginger for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
2. Add the vegetable broth, gochugaru, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper to the pot, and bring to a simmer.
3. Once simmering, add the sliced carrots and zucchini. Cook for 5 minutes until they start to soften.
4. Gently add the cubed tofu and mushrooms to the pot, simmering for another 5-7 minutes.
5. Finally, add the spinach and chopped green onions, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve hot in bowls.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from vegetables, promoting overall health.
• High in protein from tofu, supporting muscle health and repair.

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