Jukkumi Bokkeum

Jukkumi Bokkeum is a delightful Korean dish featuring stir-fried small octopus, known for its tender texture and spicy flavor. This vibrant dish combines fresh seafood with aromatic vegetables and a spicy gochujang sauce, making it both healthy and flavorful.

Ingredients

• Small octopus - 300 grams
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Carrot - 1 small, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1, sliced
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Clean the small octopus by removing the beak and innards, then rinse thoroughly under cold water.
2. Boil a pot of water and blanch the octopus for about 2-3 minutes until slightly cooked, then drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
4. Add minced garlic and chopped green onions to the skillet, sautéing for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Add the julienned carrot and sliced red bell pepper, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
6. Stir in the blanched octopus, gochujang, soy sauce, and sesame oil, mixing well to coat the ingredients in the sauce.
7. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the octopus is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.
8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
• Low in calories, making it a great option for weight management.

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