Braised Jjigae with Pork and Charred Vegetables
A fusion of Korean and Chinese flavors in a hearty braised jjigae dish with tender pork and charred vegetables.
Ingredients
- β1 lb Pork shouldercut into 2-inch pieces
- β1 cup Charred onionscharred from direct grill flame
- β1 cup Charred bell pepperscharred from direct grill flame
- β2 tsp Korean chili flakes (gochugaru)spicy
- β2 tbsp Soy saucereduced
- β2 tbsp Brown sugardissolved
- β2 tbsp Rice vinegardiluted
- β1 tsp Ginger pastefreshly made
- β2 cloves Garlicminced
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Brown pork pieces until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Remove pork and set aside.
- 4
Add charred onions and bell peppers and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- 5
Add Korean chili flakes and cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Add soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, ginger paste, and garlic.
- 7
Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
- 8
Return pork to the pot and bring to a simmer.
- 9
Cover and cook for 2 hours, or until pork is tender.
- 10
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 11
Serve hot, garnished with green onions and toasted sesame seeds.