Go Back
Print
5 from 1 vote

Tofu Jiggae

This Vegan Tofu Jigae is refreshing and comforting. It's a Korean Soft Tofu stew loaded with veggies, mushrooms, and slightly spicy broth. It's quick and easy to make for a cold winter day. Serve with rice or noodles.
Prep Time30 minutes
Active Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Lunch, Stew
Cuisine: Korean
Keyword: gochugang, Scallions, Tofu

Materials

Jiggae Broth

  • 650 g water
  • 1 tsp mushroom seasoning
  • 1 tsp veggie bouillon
  • pinch of salt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder

Other Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 white onion, roughly chopped
  • 1 scallion, half for broth, half for garnish
  • 1 bunch of mushrooms, washed and cut either seafood, king trumpet, shiitake, oyster, or a combination of either
  • 1 tsp gochugaru
  • 1/2 cup vegan kimchi, roughly chopped
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 350g (1 tube) soft tofu

Instructions

  • In a pot, add water, mushroom seasoning, bouillon, salt, garlic, and onion powder. Mix and bring to a boil.
  • In a pan, heat the oil, add the onion, scallion, and mushroom. Heat until softened and the mushrooms have a slight color on them.
  • Add to pot, then add gochugaru, gochugang, kimchi, and garlic. Bring back to a boil.
  • Turn off heat, add soy sauce and soft tofu. Taste to adjust seasonings. Serve hot with rice or noodles.