Kongbiji Jjigae Rice

Kongbiji Jjigae Rice is a comforting and hearty Korean dish featuring a rich, velvety soybean stew served over fluffy rice. This vegetarian delight is packed with flavor and is perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

• Short grain rice - 1 cup (200g)
• Water - 1.5 cups (360ml)
• Soybeans (dry) - 1/2 cup (100g)
• Vegetable broth - 2 cups (480ml)
• Zucchini - 1 small (150g), diced
• Carrot - 1 small (100g), diced
• Tofu (firm) - 150g, cubed
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes) - 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the short grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 30 minutes.
2. In a pot, soak the dry soybeans in water for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse them before using.
3. In a large pot, add the soaked soybeans and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 15 minutes.
4. Add the diced zucchini, carrot, and minced garlic to the pot. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Using a hand blender or a regular blender, blend the soybean mixture until smooth and creamy. Return to heat.
6. Stir in the cubed tofu, soy sauce, sesame oil, gochugaru, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
7. Meanwhile, in a separate pot, bring 1.5 cups of water to a boil. Add the soaked rice and a pinch of salt. Cover and reduce heat to low, cooking for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed.
8. To serve, scoop the rice into bowls and ladle the kongbiji jjigae over the top. Garnish with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and fiber from soybeans, promoting muscle health and digestion.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, supporting overall health.

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