Korean Beef
Tofu Stew
A cozy, single-serving Korean beef and tofu stew featuring tender beef tenderloin, soft tofu, kimchi, and mushrooms in a vibrant, spicy broth.
Korean beef and tofu stew is the ultimate comfort dish for chilly days, combining savory proteins, fiber-rich vegetables, and a fiery kimchi-infused broth. Inspired by traditional hot pot flavors, this low-calorie meal comes together easily in a single pot and pairs wonderfully with a steaming bowl of white rice.
Ingredients
- 150 g beef tenderloin
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
- 0.5 onion
- 2 green chili peppers
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp Korean chili paste
- 100 g kimchi
- 1-2 bowls water
- 50 g Napa cabbage
- 3 shiitake mushrooms
- 50 g enoki mushrooms
- 150 g soft tofu
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- to taste green onions
- to taste sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1Marinate the Beef
Place the beef tenderloin in a bowl and marinate with oyster sauce, cornstarch, and a little oil to keep the meat tender.
Tip: Coating the marinated beef with a touch of oil locks in the moisture. - 2Slice Aromatics
Slice the onions, green chili peppers, and garlic cloves on a wooden cutting board to prepare them for sautéing.
Tip: Slice the aromatics evenly so they release their fragrance uniformly. - 3Sauté Aromatics
Add the sliced onions, chili, and garlic into a preheated pot and sauté until they become fragrant.
Tip: Keep the heat moderate to avoid burning the garlic while sweating the onions. - 4Add Chili Paste and Kimchi
Add two tablespoons of Korean chili paste and 100g of kimchi into the pot with the sautéed aromatics, then stir-fry well.
Tip: Stir-frying the kimchi and chili paste briefly enhances the rich flavor of the base. - 5Pour Water
Pour one to two bowls of water into the pot to form the flavorful soup base for the stew.
Tip: Use warm water if you want the stew to come to a boil faster. - 6Add Vegetables and Tofu
Layer Napa cabbage, shiitake mushrooms, enoki mushrooms, and soft tofu into the boiling broth, season with soy sauce, and simmer for 10 minutes.
Tip: Add leafy vegetables like Napa cabbage first so they soften nicely in the broth. - 7Cover and Simmer
Cover the pot with its lid to let the ingredients simmer together, allowing the flavors of the kimchi, vegetables, and soft tofu to meld into a rich broth.
Tip: Simmering with the lid on helps trap the heat and evenly cook the ingredients. - 8Add the Marinated Beef
Use chopsticks to carefully place the marinated beef slices into the simmering stew, cooking until it is done.
Tip: Add the beef toward the end so it remains tender and does not overcook in the broth. - 9Garnish and Serve
Garnish the cooked stew with chopped green onions, sliced chili peppers, and sesame seeds. Serve hot with a bowl of rice.
Tip: A sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds adds a wonderful nutty aroma to the finished dish.
