Gochujang Potato Stew Recipe (2024)

By Eric Kim

Updated Oct. 12, 2023

Gochujang Potato Stew Recipe (1)

Total Time
1 hour
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
40 minutes
Rating
5(3,937)
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Plush baby potatoes braised in an aromatic gochujang broth form the heart of this satisfying, vegetable-packed stew. The spice-timid can lower the amount of gochujang, the Korean red-pepper paste, and heat seekers should feel free to add more to taste at the end. Canned white beans and dark-green Tuscan kale (also called lacinato or dinosaur kale), stewed with soy sauce and honey, create a deeply savory flavor that is reminiscent of South Korean gochujang jjigae, a camping favorite starring pantry staples, and dakdori tang, a gochujang-based chicken and potato stew.

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Ingredients

Yield:4 servings

  • 2tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil
  • 1large red onion, coarsely chopped
  • Salt and black pepper
  • 5large garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
  • 3tablespoons gochujang, plus more to taste
  • 3cups vegetable broth
  • 2tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1teaspoon honey or dark brown sugar
  • 1pound baby gold or fingerling potatoes, large ones halved
  • 1(15-ounce) can cannellini or butter beans, rinsed
  • 1large bunch Tuscan kale, stems and leaves chopped (6 packed cups)
  • Cooked white rice, for serving
  • Sour cream and chopped flat-leaf parsley (both optional), for serving

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Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

388 calories; 9 grams fat; 4 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 2 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 65 grams carbohydrates; 11 grams dietary fiber; 6 grams sugars; 15 grams protein; 1248 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Gochujang Potato Stew Recipe (2)

Preparation

  1. Step

    1

    Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high. Melt the butter and add the onion. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion starts to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the garlic and gochujang, and stir until heated through and fragrant, just a few seconds.

  2. Stir in the vegetable broth, soy sauce, honey, potatoes and beans. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over high, then reduce the heat to medium-low to maintain a gentle boil. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, then add the kale. (It will seem like a lot at first but will wilt down considerably.) Tamping down the kale, continue gently boiling the covered stew, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and the broth is thickened to your liking, 10 to 20 minutes. Taste the broth and add more salt, pepper and gochujang as desired.

  3. Step

    3

    Serve the stew alongside white rice and, for coolness against the heat, top with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of parsley, if using.

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David

Terrific but salty. Recipe calls for two rounds of seasoning, plus soy sauce and the sodium in broth, beans, and gochujang. I'll definitely make again but will look for ways to cut down on the saltiness.

Rachel

I accidentally poisoned my boyfriend because I didn’t know gochujang contains gluten so we spent four hours in the ER after eating this, but long story short check for gluten free gochujang and this stew slaps

Jessica

I made this in the pressure cooker! Left out the honey/dark brown sugar. Used saute function for onions and garlic, then added gochujang and soy sauce. Sauteed that all together for a minute or two. Then added potatoes and vegetable broth and pressure cooked for 12 minutes. Used saute function once again after pressure release and added canned beans, kale, and mushrooms (per other comments). Quick to make, delicious, warming, and hearty! Will be making again.

Poppy

I used frozen spinach instead of kale and it turned out great.

John

Fellow cooks, be aware that gochujang comes in two degrees of heat: Hot, and Mild. I would start with Mild b/c that way yiu can add the full amount and get the flavor without it being possibly too much heat. “Using less” to me just means I could end up with something too hot to enjoy and would have to toss it and make it again using less gochujang. A waste of my time and effort. Why not start mild and if I want more heat after tasting I add either hot gochujang, sriracha, or other hot sauce.

Boykin

This is so easy and delicious. I made it because I had the ingredients and Eric Kim never disappoints. (Really, never.) Yes, make the rice and add the sour cream.

Paul

My wife and I love spicy food but found this to be far too hot for our taste. Perhaps it was the brand of Gochujang we purchased.I even double-checked the recipe after I tasted it.I think a warning or a range (1-3 T., for example) would be a good idea.

Levi P

Add mushrooms and radishes (not too early) for a little interest!

doc

This was a delicious, hearty stew with a kick. Easy once everything is chopped. Added mushrooms. I’d reduce some greens next time or add more liquid since much of it was absorbed by the time everything cooked down. Potatoes took longer than directed (30 mins) to fully cook. Thumbs up. Would make again.

Ellen L

My son did the cooking, so I don’t have full knowledge of alterations. We had cooked chickpeas on hand that were subbed. And the market he went to didn’t have the desired potatoes, so he cut red skinned potatoes into chunks. I had a container of baby kale, so we used that for the greens. We didn’t measure, but I would have added more than the couple of handfuls. Our guochugang came from Trader Joe’s and was not too spicy. It was delicious and satisfying. I plan to make it for vegetarian friends.

hillary

Made as written and it was tasty and satisfying but I think it could use a touch of acid. Next time I’ll throw some lemon juice in at the end. I will definitely make this again.

Mx.Sofie

Made a version of this with slow cooker'erd Rancho Gordo beans, instead of canned. Stellar. I added a drizzle of honey, lemon, 1oz feta & maldon salt flakes as a topper, (no rice) I ate with a slice of toasted country bread from Tartine (in SF) and slathered in Straus salted butter. dynamite!

Beachwriter

When I saw the ingredient list, I indulged in that smug feeling of having ALL the ingredients on hand, including the gochujang and those cute little pearl potatoes in different colors. On a rainy, miserable Sunday morning, we made a 1/2 recipe for just the two of us and served it with a poached egg on top. I skipped the parsley because it was too cold and wet outside to go snip it from the garden. Although comforting, the dish isn't exactly bursting with flavor, but it was simple to fix.

Charlene

This was so easy and so good. I didn't have any kale, only spinach, so I threw it in at the end, and it tasted great. Thanks, Eric, for another interesting recipe.

Urs B

So easy and tasty. Added a side of cucumber salad, which was a great contrast to this hearty, spicy, and umami dish.

Elisa H

Don't fully understand the rave reviews. I made this and the flavour profile seemed very flat. In a last minute desperate attempt to lift it I added some passata and ground up some smoked peppercorns - slight improvement but not really enough to merit making again. Maybe the issue is my gochujang brand. I live in Spain so don't have access to a great selection. Any ideas?

Rose M

Excellent flavor! I added chicken thighs and cooked it in InstantPot for 14 minutes.

Joan

So glad I read previous notes about the heat of the gochuchang. Cut it back to 2 tbsp and it was perfect. Very tasty meal

Another Hearty Keeper

This works so well. Sweet, salty, spicy, earthy, bitter. I've made it twice now, as written, with a lot less salt, thanks to some reviews here. This one will stay in the rotation.

Sarah

We found this easy to make on a week night and delicious. It’s also an easily adaptable recipe so next time I think I will add some enoki or oyster mushrooms. Tastes even better the next day. The sour cream and parsley as a worthy addition. My partner found the amount of gochujang in the recipe a bit too spicy, whereas I added extra to my portions because I love heat.

em b

this is the best thing I’ve made in a while after a string of failed recipes, and it reminded me why I like cooking. no notes! already planning to make it again this weekend.

Logan

I’ve made many variations, each delicious. I prefer to use less potato and sub carrot to add sweetness. I’ve also used chickpeas when that’s all I had on hand.

JessT

This was sensational! Easily the best thing I’ve made this year.

BFF

Made this again since it’s become a family favorite. Followed exactly as written. TJs has pre-packaged chopped and washed kale. I dumped the whole bag and it was the right amount. This time saving trick makes this recipe a weeknight meal as the only thing left to chop is the onion, and roughly. I recommend cooking the soup for the full 20 min, which allows all the flavors to meld together. Don’t skip on the sour cream!

john

Go easy on gochujang no more than 1.5 Tbsp

Susan Bass

Delicious, but super hot. I will step back the gochujang. I was out of sour cream, but I had some crème frache which was fabulous on top.

matt

this soup turned it

CConcordia

We like mildly spicy food, so I used 1 Tablespoon of gochujang. I had a few mushrooms that needed to be used, so I added them near the end of cooking time. Other than that, followed the recipe as written. Delicious! Love the aroma and taste. Will definitely make this again and soon.

Ali

Holy hell was this delicious! Didn't change a thing and won't next time either! The sour cream and parsley are the perfect finishing touches and while I was skeptical about the potential for rice/potato starch overload, the rice is perfect for sopping up the scrumptious sauce. A keeper!!

Mandie P.

I cooked this w/o the beans; my children would not have eaten it. Also, we added 1/3 more of the ingredients to make for more volume and use an entire “box” of vegetable broth. I wish I had made more! It was a BIG hit! You can’t have enough broth! I could have added another “box” of broth & then equal amounts Gochujang to have had ample enough for the ‘left overs’. We had chicken pot stickers on the side for protein. :-) This one’s a KEEPER!

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Gochujang Potato Stew Recipe (2024)

FAQs

How much gochujang to use? ›

Just remember, a little goes a long way. It's best to start with a teaspoon of gochujang, and work your way up from there according to taste.

How to cook with gochujang paste? ›

Try it as a baste on chicken wings or pork ribs, or added to soup broths like in my Spicy Pork Miso Noodle Soup. Gochujang can also be used in marinades for meat dishes like Korean bulgogi, stirred into dipping sauces, or used to punch up stews.

What is gochujang sauce made of? ›

We've got you covered. What is it? Gochujang, a fundamental ingredient in Korean cooking, is a thick and spicy-sweet crimson paste made from red chile pepper flakes, glutinous rice (also known as sticky rice), fermented soybeans, and salt.

Can I use gochujang sauce instead of paste? ›

That's where this gochujang sauce comes in. Instead of using the paste on its own, I mix it with sesame oil, rice vinegar, and pure maple syrup. The resulting hot sauce is smoother and mellower than the paste, but its taste is just as complex.

What is a serving size of gochujang? ›

There are 22 calories in a 1 tablespoon (16.000g) serving size of Gochujang.

Does gochujang paste need to be cooked? ›

Although it is rarely, if ever, used as a finishing sauce, gochujang can be used straight from the tub. In fact, many Koreans will eat it as is as an accompaniment to raw vegetables (like crudité) and dried anchovies.

Should you refrigerate gochujang? ›

Before opening, gochujang and gochujang sauce do not need to be refrigerated. Once opened, a lot of people recommend keeping the sauce and the paste in the fridge to help them retain freshness.

How long does gochujang paste last? ›

How Long Does Gochujang Last? The good thing about this condiment is that it's going to last you for a while. It can last up to 2 years when properly sealed in a refrigerator. Though, once you try this stuff, there's no way you'll be able to keep a single tub for that long.

Is gochujang good for you? ›

Results showed that gochujang improved glucose homeostasis by reducing insulin resistance. Glucose homeostasis is the balance of glucagon and insulin that maintains blood glucose levels. More studies have also linked capsaicin to anticancer, antiobesity, antidiabetic, and pain- and itch-relieving effects.

What's the difference between gochujang and Gochujang sauce? ›

In its truest form, gochujang is sold as a thick paste, often in plastic tubs and glass jars, and ready for cooking. The kind labeled a sauce or condiment is the same paste, thinned out with other ingredients such as sugar and vinegar.

Is gochujang spicy or not? ›

Sure, gochujang has heat — depending on the brand, it can be extraordinarily spicy — but it also has a salty, almost meaty depth and a slight sweetness. In other words, it's not a one-note hot sauce that you add to a dish after the fact. If you want to see Korean chefs bristle, tout gochujang as the “next Sriracha.”

Is gochujang like sriracha? ›

“What makes gochujang different from sriracha or tabasco is that fermented, salty flavor, which you're not going to get with other hot sauces.”

What is another name for Gochujang sauce? ›

Gochujang
Alternative namesRed chili paste
Place of originKorea
Associated cuisineKorean cuisine
Main ingredientsGochu-garu (chili powder), glutinous rice, meju-garu (fermented soybean powder)
Other informationHS code: 2103.90.1030
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Is harissa the same as gochujang? ›

While it may not have the same Korean flavor profile as gochujang, harissa paste can still provide a fiery heat to your dishes. Harissa paste tends to be spicier than gochujang, so adjust the quantity according to your tolerance level.

Can you eat gochujang paste without cooking? ›

You can eat gochujang straight up [with fried rice or spread on crusty bread, say], mix it into dips like hummus to jazz them up, or cook it, and dissolving it into soups and stews, for example.”

How much gochujang to use in ramen? ›

Ingredients
  1. 1 packet ramen noodle or udon noodle (use whole wheat for more nutrients)
  2. 1 Tablespoon gochujang.
  3. 1 Tablespoon soy sauce.
  4. 1 clove garlic finely minced.
  5. ½ teaspoon vegetable oil I used olive oil.
  6. ½ to 1 sprig green onion thinly sliced.
Nov 1, 2023

Can you put gochujang in anything? ›

Add sweet, fiery heat to everything from fried chicken to roasted brussels sprouts. Gochujang is a staple in Korean cooking and one of our favorite condiments to have on hand. Not familiar with it? It's the bright fermented red paste found in everything from bibimbap to tteokbokki to dakgalbi.

How much gochugaru to use? ›

Use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of gochugaru in a one-quart batch of kimchi. If you are hesitant about the flavor or heat, use just one tablespoon (15 ml) for your first batch and adjust future batches.

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