Spicy Fish Stew

This Spicy Fish Stew is a vibrant Korean breakfast dish that combines tender fish pieces with a rich, spicy broth, offering a warming start to the day. Infused with aromatic spices and vegetables, it is both comforting and invigorating.

Ingredients

• White fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia) - 200 grams
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic, minced - 3 cloves
• Ginger, minced - 1 teaspoon
• Korean chili paste (gochujang) - 2 tablespoons
• Korean chili flakes (gochugaru) - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Fish sauce - 1 teaspoon
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Carrot, sliced - 1 small
• Zucchini, sliced - 1 small
• Green onion, chopped - 2 stalks
• Tofu, cubed - 100 grams
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant (about 1 minute).
2. Stir in the gochujang and gochugaru, cooking for another minute to release the flavors.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth, soy sauce, and fish sauce, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
4. Add the sliced carrots and zucchini to the pot, and let them cook for about 5 minutes until slightly tender.
5. Carefully add the fish fillets and tofu cubes, simmering for 7-10 minutes until the fish is cooked through.
6. Season the stew with salt and pepper to taste, and drizzle with sesame oil before removing from heat.
7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from fish, promoting heart health.
• Contains vegetables that provide essential vitamins and fiber for digestive health.

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