Budae Jjigae - Fast Food Style

Ingredients

While the original Budae Jjigae is a Korean comfort food made with a variety of ingredients like spam, sausages, and kimchi, this fast food version incorporates popular fast food ingredients to give it a unique twist. The traditional Korean flavors are still present, but with a fast food flair that adds a new level of indulgence. 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 cup (240ml) water 1 cup (240ml) water
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 ounces (113g) sliced spam 4 ounces (113g) sliced spam
• 4 hot dogs, sliced 4 hot dogs, sliced
• 1 cup (200g) cooked ground beef 1 cup (200g) cooked ground beef
• 1 cup (200g) cooked macaroni 1 cup (200g) cooked macaroni
• 1 cup (200g) canned baked beans 1 cup (200g) canned baked beans
• 1 cup (200g) kimchi, chopped 1 cup (200g) kimchi, chopped
• 1 cup (200g) instant ramen noodles 1 cup (200g) instant ramen noodles
• 2 green onions, chopped 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste) 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon sugar
• 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: 20g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
2. 2.
   Add the spam, hot dogs, and cooked ground beef to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until lightly browned.
3. 3.
   Pour in the chicken broth and water. Stir in the gochujang, soy sauce, and sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil.
4. 4.
   Reduce the heat to low and add the macaroni, baked beans, kimchi, and instant ramen noodles. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, until the noodles are cooked.
5. 5.
   Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped green onions.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Spam — For a crispier texture, pan-fry the spam slices before adding them to the stew.
• Kimchi — If you prefer a milder flavor, rinse the kimchi before chopping it.
• Instant ramen noodles — Cook the noodles separately according to package instructions and add them to the stew just before serving to prevent them from becoming too soft.

Tips & Tricks

• Customize your Budae Jjigae by adding your favorite fast food ingredients like chicken nuggets or french fries.
• Adjust the spiciness by adding more or less gochujang according to your taste preference.
• For a heartier stew, add additional vegetables like mushrooms or cabbage.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors will continue to develop over time.
• Serve the Budae Jjigae with a side of steamed rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth.

Serving advice

Serve the Budae Jjigae hot in individual bowls. Garnish with chopped green onions for a pop of freshness. Enjoy it with a side of steamed rice or crusty bread.

Presentation advice

To make the Budae Jjigae visually appealing, arrange the ingredients in the stew neatly and top it with a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve it in colorful bowls to enhance the presentation.