Sukiyaki Jjigae

Sukiyaki Jjigae is a comforting Korean stew that combines savory broth with tender beef and an array of low-carb vegetables, perfect for a ketogenic diet. This hearty dish is full of flavor and warmth, making it an ideal meal for cozy evenings.

Ingredients

• Beef (thinly sliced, ribeye or sirloin) - 200g
• Shiitake mushrooms (sliced) - 100g
• Tofu (firm, cubed) - 100g
• Zucchini (sliced) - 100g
• Green onions (chopped) - 50g
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) - 3 tablespoons
• Beef broth - 500ml
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - to taste
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant (about 1 minute).
3. Add the sliced beef to the pot, cooking until browned (about 3-4 minutes).
4. Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer.
5. Stir in the soy sauce, red chili flakes, black pepper, and salt to taste.
6. Add the shiitake mushrooms, zucchini, and tofu to the pot, allowing everything to cook for another 10 minutes.
7. Finally, stir in the chopped green onions, simmer for an additional 2 minutes, and remove from heat.
8. Serve hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle maintenance and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

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