Turmeric Free Gluten Free Doenjang Jjigae
Doenjang jjigae is one of those deeply satisfying Korean stews that warms you from the inside out ā earthy, savory, and just a little funky in the best possible way. The broth here starts with dried kelp and anchovies, which simmer together into something genuinely rich and complex before a single vegetable hits the pot. Gluten free doenjang and tamari do all the heavy lifting on flavor, so there's no need to worry about hidden wheat sneaking in through the fermented paste, which is a real concern with conventional versions. Zucchini, shiitake mushrooms, firm tofu, and onion all go in at staggered times so everything finishes perfectly ā tender but not mushy, with the tofu holding its shape beautifully. A hit of gochugaru and optional fresh chili give it just enough heat to keep things interesting without overwhelming the miso-like depth of the broth. Served over short-grain white rice, this is the kind of bowl that makes you feel like you've been cooking Korean food your whole life.
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4 servings
For the broth
- 6 cups water
- 1 piece dried kelp (dashima/kombu), about 4 inches
- Ā½ cup dried anchovies (large, heads and guts removed)
For the stew
- 3 tbsp gluten free doenjang (korean soybean paste)
- 1 tsp tamari
- 1 tsp gochugaru (korean red pepper flakes)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium zucchini, cut into Ā½-inch half-moons
- 4 oz shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, caps sliced
- 14 oz firm tofu, cut into Ā¾-inch cubes
- 1 medium onion, cut into Ā½-inch chunks
- 2 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 fresh korean green chili or serrano pepper, sliced (optional)
For serving
- cooked short-grain white rice, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, dried kelp, and dried anchovies in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 10 minutes, until the broth is lightly golden and fragrant.
- 2
Remove the kelp and anchovies with a fine-mesh strainer or tongs and discard them. You should have about 5 cups of clear broth.
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