Stew Recipes, Korean style

Check out these soul comforting classic Korean stew recipes, such as Doenjang Jjigae, Yukgaejang, dakdoritang and many more, in one place. Create these savory Korean stews in your own kitchen and share with your loved ones.

Is the weather outside chilling? How about a nice warm bowl of Korean stew?

We have posted numerous Korean stew recipes over the few years and most of them were well loved by many of our blog readers. So here are the top Korean stews that are most popular in our website.

If you are craving for something with full of flavor and soul-satisfying, look no further. From Korean chicken stew (dakdoritang) to spicy beef and vegetable soup (Yukgaejang), these stews are truly savory.

Most of them are direct to cook and they will keep you warm your body and soul. And you will become a master of classic Korean stews.

Best Korean stew recipes

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Doenjang Jjigae (Rich Korean Soybean Stew)

A hearty, old-style Korean stew made with fermented soybean paste, silken tofu, and fresh vegetables. This recipe uses the "ssaltteumul" (rice water) method for a rich, velvety broth that tastes just like Korean home. Get Recipe 2

Kimchi Jjigae with Pork (Korean Kimchi Stew)

A warm and tangy kimchi stew made with sour kimchi and pork belly. Unfussy ingredients, deep flavor, and ready in about 40 minutes. Serve with hot rice for a cozy Korean meal. Get Recipe 3

Dakdoritang (Korean Spicy Chicken Stew)

Dakdoritang is a Korean spicy chicken stew made with tender chicken, potatoes, and carrots simmered in a bold gochujang and gochugaru broth. Hearty, flavorful, and steady with rice. Get Recipe 4

Yukgaejang (Korean Spicy Beef Soup)

Classic Yukgaejang, a hearty Korean spicy beef soup made with tender brisket, leeks, and chili oil. Bold, comforting, and ready in about 2 hours. Get Recipe 5

Budae Jjigae (Korean Army Stew)

Budae Jjigae, Korean Army Stew, is a spicy, hearty fusion of Korean and American flavors. Loaded with Spam, sausage, kimchi, and ramen, it’s the ultimate hot pot to share with family and friends. Get Recipe 6

Kimchi Jjim (Braised Kimchi and Pork ribs)

A rich and comforting Korean braise made with aged kimchi and pork ribs simmered until tender. Bold, tangy, and steady for using well-fermented kimchi — and it tastes even better the next day. Get Recipe 7

Gochujang Jjigae (Spicy Pork and Zucchini Stew)

Gochujang jjigae is a spicy Korean stew made with pork belly, zucchini, and a rich gochujang broth. Bold, comforting, and steady with warm rice for a direct weeknight meal. Get Recipe 8

Sundubu Jjigae (Korean Soft Tofu Stew with Seafood)

A bubbling, spicy Korean soft tofu stew with silken tofu, clams, shrimp, and kimchi in an anchovy-kelp broth. Classic sundubu jjigae made unfussy at home. Get Recipe