Korean Kimchi Tofu Soup
Chicken

A hearty, comforting Korean kimchi tofu soup featuring tender chicken breast, soft tofu, and enoki mushrooms simmered in a rich, savory, and spicy broth.

Ingredients

• 300 g kimchi
• 200 g chicken breast
• 1 block tofu
• 1 pack enoki mushrooms
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/2 onion
• 2 tbsp Korean chili powder
• 1.5 tbsp Korean chili paste
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 large bowl water
• to taste spring onion

Instructions

1. 1Sauté Garlic and Onions

   

   Add minced garlic and sliced onions into a white pan with oil and stir-fry until fragrant and translucent.

   Tip: Sautéing the aromatics on medium heat prevents the minced garlic from burning while building a flavorful base.
2. 2Add Chicken Breast

   

   Add the chicken breast pieces into the pan containing the sautéed onions and garlic, stirring to combine.

   Tip: The chicken pieces do not need to be pre-marinated since they will absorb plenty of flavor from the kimchi and sauce later.
3. 3Pour in Kimchi

   

   Pour a generous amount of kimchi directly from the packet into the pan with the chicken and vegetables.

   Tip: Using well-fermented, aged kimchi will give the soup a deeper, more savory flavor profile.
4. 4Stir-fry Ingredients

   

   Stir all the ingredients together in the pan, allowing the kimchi to release its juices and coat the chicken and aromatics.

   Tip: Stir-fry continuously to ensure the kimchi caramelizes slightly and infuses its flavor deeply into the chicken.
5. 5Pour Water

   

   Pour a large bowl of water into the pan to create the soup base for the stew.

   Tip: Add enough water to submerge all the ingredients, leaving space for the mushrooms and tofu to be added next.
6. 6Add Mushrooms and Tofu

   

   Add the enoki mushrooms and chunks of tofu into the simmering broth.

   Tip: Cut the tofu into even chunks so they absorb the spicy broth evenly without breaking apart.
7. 7Add the prepared sauce

   

   Add the prepared sauce containing Korean chili powder, Korean chili paste, sesame oil, and light soy sauce directly into the boiling soup. Adjust the proportions to individual taste preferences.

   Tip: Adjust the amount of chili paste based on your desired level of heat and richness.
8. 8Stir and finish the soup

   

   Stir everything together thoroughly with a white ladle to ensure the sauce is evenly incorporated into the broth. Let it simmer briefly until fully combined and delicious.

   Tip: Stir gently to avoid breaking apart the soft tofu chunks.

Storage & Reheating

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