Name: Biji Jjigae Recipe
Prep time: PT-482003H38M57S
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: PT-482003H38M57S
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 cups dry soybeans, soaked in water overnight (approximately 4 cups soaked beans); 2 tbsp sesame oil; 1/2 onion, large diced; 7-8 shiitake mushrooms, chopped; 8 oz radish, cut into bite-sized pieces; 2 cups chopped kimchi; 3-4 cloves garlic, chopped (approximately 1 tbsp); 3 tbsp gochugaru; 3 tbsp yondu or 3 tsp chicken bouillon or mushroom seasoning; 3 tbsp Korean soup soy sauce; 3 green onions, chopped; 1 Serrano pepper, sliced (optional)

Description

Soybeans are packed with protein for tissue repair and growth, rich in fiber for digestion, and full of essential vitamins and minerals like iron, calcium, and vitamin C. This dish also includes nutrient-dense vegetables, with kimchi adding probiotics for gut health, and shiitake mushrooms offering immune-boosting benefits.

Ingredients

Units Scale

2 cups dry soybeans, soaked in water overnight (approximately 4 cups soaked beans)
2 tbsp sesame oil
1/2 onion, large diced
7–8 shiitake mushrooms, chopped
8 oz radish, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cups chopped kimchi
3–4 cloves garlic, chopped (approximately 1 tbsp)
3 tbsp gochugaru
3 tbsp yondu or 3 tsp chicken bouillon or mushroom seasoning
3 tbsp Korean soup soy sauce
3 green onions, chopped
1 Serrano pepper, sliced (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the Soybeans:
Rinse and soak 2 cups of dried soybeans in water overnight. Drain and rinse the soaked soybeans. In a pot, add the beans and enough water to fully submerge them. Bring it to a boil, then continue boiling for about 5 minutes. Drain the beans and remove the bean skins. Blend the boiled soybeans with enough cold water to cover them by about 1 inch until smooth. Set aside.
Cook the Vegetables:
Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the sesame oil. Add the onion, shiitake mushrooms, radish, kimchi, garlic, gochugaru, yondu (or chicken bouillon/mushroom seasoning), and soy sauce. Stir-fry everything together until the vegetables have absorbed the seasonings and softened about 8 to 10 minutes.
Add the Soybeans:
Pour in the blended soybeans and 1 cup of water (rinse the blender jar with water to get most of the soybeans). Stir well and continue cooking over medium heat until it reaches a soft boil, about 10 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent the bottom from burning.
Finish the Dish:
Stir in the green onions and Serrano pepper (if using). It’s ready to serve! You can enjoy this high-protein authentic Korean soup by itself or with a bowl of warm rice. Enjoy!

Prep Time: 8 hrs
Cook Time: 30 mins