Japanese-Style Corn Jjigae
A spicy and savory Korean-inspired corn stew that combines creamy and crunchy textures. Serve with rice or arepas for a filling and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- β1 cup cornfresh or frozen
- β1/2 cup filledsmall Korean-style rice cakes
- β2 tablespoons japanesesoy sauce
- β4 arepascornmeal flatbreads
- β1 masonjar of gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- β1 jarjar of kimchi, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- 2
Add the chopped kimchi and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- 3
Add the gochujang and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 4
Add the soy sauce and stir to combine.
- 5
Add the corn and cook until slightly tender, about 3 minutes.
- 6
Add the filled rice cakes and cook until heated through.
- 7
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 8
Serve the corn jjigae with steamed rice or arepas.
- 9
Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds, if desired.