Spicy Kimchi and Beef Stew
This spicy kimchi and beef stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for a cold winter night. The ground beef is browned until crispy, and then simmered in a savory broth made with kimchi, beef broth, water, soy sauce, brown sugar substitute, and sesame oil. The kimchi adds a spicy and tangy flavor to the stew, while the beef broth and water provide a rich and flavorful base. The stew is simmered for at least an hour, or until the beef is cooked through and the flavors have had a chance to meld together. Serve the stew hot, garnished with green onions if desired.
This recipe for spicy kimchi and beef stew is inspired by the traditional Korean dish called kimchi jjigae. Kimchi jjigae is a spicy and sour stew that is typically made with pork, kimchi, and vegetables. I've adapted this recipe to use ground beef instead of pork, and I've also added a few of my own personal touches, such as brown sugar substitute and sesame oil. The result is a delicious and hearty stew that is sure to warm you up on a cold winter night.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 60 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup kimchi, chopped
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar substitute
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • (optional) Green onions
Instructions
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook until softened.
  3. Add the kimchi, beef broth, water, soy sauce, brown sugar substitute, and sesame oil to the pot. Stir to combine.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, or until the beef is cooked through.
  5. Serve the stew hot, garnished with green onions if desired.
Why It Works
  • The ground beef is browned until crispy, which gives the stew a rich and flavorful base.
  • The kimchi adds a spicy and tangy flavor to the stew.
  • The beef broth and water provide a rich and flavorful base.
  • The stew is simmered for at least an hour, which allows the flavors to meld together.