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□ ■  Kimchi-jjigae (Kimchi Stew)   ■□ Kimchi-jjigae, or kimchi stew, is a popular Korean dish that features kimchi as its main ingredient. This flavorful and spicy stew is beloved for its rich taste and comforting qualities, especially during cold weather. Photo by pixabay Kimchi-jjigae is centered around kimchi, a traditional Korean fermented vegetable dish made primarily with napa cabbage, radishes, and a spicy seasoning paste. The tangy and pungent flavors of kimchi create the foundation of this stew. To enhance its taste and texture, kimchi-jjigae may include a variety of additional ingredients, such as pork belly, tofu, onions, garlic, green onions, mushrooms, and sometimes seafood. These ingredients contribute to the heartiness and depth of flavors in the stew. Kimchi-jjigae has a bold, spicy, and tangy flavor profile. The fermentation process of the kimchi gives it a complex and savory taste, while the spiciness is from the gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes) used in m...