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Korean Spicy Soybean Paste Soup

Korean Spicy Cabbage Doenjang Stew is a comforting, flavor-packed Korean soup made with savory Doenjang, a touch of Gochujang, tender napa cabbage, garlic, and fresh jalapeños. Inspired by traditional Doenjang jjigae.

Ingredients

  • * 3–4 cups napa cabbage roughly chopped
  • * 2 tbsp doenjang Korean soybean paste
  • * 1 tbsp gochujang
  • * 1 anchovy stock tablet
  • * 5 cups water
  • * 2 cloves garlic minced
  • * 1 fresh jalapeño thinly sliced

Instructions

  • Bring 5 cups of water to a boil in a medium pot. Add the anchovy stock tablet and stir until fully dissolved.
  • Reduce heat slightly and whisk in the doenjang and gochujang until completely smooth and incorporated.
  • Bring the broth back to a gentle boil, then lower to a steady simmer.
  • Stir in the napa cabbage and minced garlic. Simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and softened.
  • Add the sliced jalapeños and cook for another 2–3 minutes to infuse their flavor.
  • Serve hot with steamed rice.