Jangjorim (Soy Sauce Braised Vegetables)

Jangjorim is a delightful Korean dish featuring soy sauce braised vegetables that are both savory and slightly sweet. Perfect as a brunch dish, it offers a comforting flavor profile that pairs well with rice or can be enjoyed on its own.

Ingredients

• Baby potatoes - 200 grams
• Carrots - 100 grams
• Shiitake mushrooms - 100 grams
• Green beans - 100 grams
• Soy sauce - 60 ml
• Water - 200 ml
• Sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped

Steps

1. Wash and peel the baby potatoes and carrots. Cut the potatoes in half and slice the carrots into thin rounds.
2. Prepare the shiitake mushrooms by removing the stems and slicing them into strips. Trim the ends of the green beans.
3. In a pot, combine soy sauce, water, sugar, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.
4. Add the potatoes and carrots to the pot, bringing the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes.
6. After 10 minutes, add the shiitake mushrooms and green beans to the pot. Stir gently to combine.
7. Continue to simmer, uncovered, for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
8. Once cooked, drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 36 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables.
• Low in calories and fat, making it a healthy addition to any meal.

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