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Korean Army Base Soup

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Called “boo-deh ji-geh,” this stew is perfect for cold days when you want something hot but quick.  It’s essentially a “leftovers soup” and was traditionally served by the peasants in Korea from what they could gather at US Army bases, hence the name.  Though, this soup doesn’t play as necessary of a role as it..read more

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Kimchi Jjigae Stew 김치 찌개

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Kimchi jjigae is a quintessential Korean dish, made to bring together leftovers for a bright, bubbly and comforting stew. Many immigrants, along with my parents, arrived breathlessly in the States with little more than a dream in their left pocket and a photo of all their loved ones they’d left behind in the other.  Thrust in..read more

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Kimchi Stew Jjigae 김치 찌개

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It’s irrefutable that Koreans and kimchi go hand and hand.  Where would we be without it?  Lost, I’d say.  So what exactly is kimchi and what’s so great about it?  I’m glad you asked!  I have a Kimchi FAQ and traditional recipe right here for you guys as well as an entire playlist dedicated to..read more

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Soybean Soup Doenjang Jjigae 된장찌개

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Whether you’re sick, or cold, this is a perfect little bowl of soothing soup that can be put together in a flash.  If you can cut up veggies, you can certainly be 15 minutes away from enjoying this on a chilly day with a hot bowl of steamed rice and refreshing kimchi!  httpv://youtu.be/GgmZk3B4PWY Soybean Soup..read more

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