Cuban Budae Jjigae

Ingredients

While the original Budae Jjigae is known for its Korean ingredients like kimchi and gochujang, our Cuban adaptation incorporates traditional Cuban flavors such as sofrito and adobo seasoning. We also add Cuban sausages and black beans to give it a distinct Cuban twist. The result is a flavorful and spicy stew that pays homage to both cuisines. We alse have the original recipe for Budae jjigae, so you can check it out.

• 2 cups (470ml) chicken broth 2 cups (470ml) chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, sliced 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup (200g) cooked black beans 1 cup (200g) cooked black beans
• 1 cup (200g) diced Cuban sausages 1 cup (200g) diced Cuban sausages
• 1 cup (200g) diced ham 1 cup (200g) diced ham
• 1 cup (200g) diced tomatoes 1 cup (200g) diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon adobo seasoning 1 tablespoon adobo seasoning
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon sofrito 1 tablespoon sofrito
• 2 cups (470ml) water 2 cups (470ml) water
• 1 cup (200g) sliced cabbage 1 cup (200g) sliced cabbage
• 1 cup (200g) sliced carrots 1 cup (200g) sliced carrots
• 1 cup (200g) sliced potatoes 1 cup (200g) sliced potatoes
• 1 cup (200g) sliced chorizo 1 cup (200g) sliced chorizo
• 1 cup (200g) sliced plantains 1 cup (200g) sliced plantains
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional) 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 7g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 45g, 10g
• Protein: 25g
• Fiber: 8g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, minced garlic, and sliced bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
2. 2.
   Add the cooked black beans, diced Cuban sausages, diced ham, diced tomatoes, adobo seasoning, tomato paste, and sofrito to the pot. Stir well to combine.
3. 3.
   Pour in the chicken broth and water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
4. 4.
   Add the sliced cabbage, carrots, potatoes, chorizo, and plantains to the pot. Cook for an additional 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
5. 5.
   If desired, add hot sauce for an extra kick of spice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. 6.
   Serve the Cuban Budae Jjigae hot in bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro or parsley.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Cuban sausages — Use traditional Cuban sausages like chorizo or longaniza for an authentic flavor.
• Sofrito — If you can't find pre-made sofrito, you can make your own by blending together onions, garlic, bell peppers, and tomatoes.
• Adobo seasoning — Look for Cuban-style adobo seasoning in Latin grocery stores or make your own by combining garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.
• Plantains — Choose ripe plantains with yellow skin for a slightly sweet taste. If unavailable, you can substitute with green bananas.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier version, add extra hot sauce or chili peppers.
• Serve the Cuban Budae Jjigae with a side of white rice or crusty Cuban bread to soak up the flavorful broth.
• Feel free to customize the ingredients based on your preferences. You can add more vegetables like zucchini or corn.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors will continue to develop, making it even more delicious the next day.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your taste. Add more adobo seasoning or salt if desired.

Serving advice

Serve the Cuban Budae Jjigae hot in individual bowls. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley for a pop of color and freshness.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, arrange the sliced vegetables and meats in an organized manner on top of the stew. This will create an appealing visual effect when serving.