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Budae Jjigae
Korean name: 부대찌개 · budae-jjigae
What is it?
Army stew of ham, sausage, ramyeon and kimchi — a post-war dish turned comfort food.
Taste & texture
Salty, spicy and rich, with a sour kick from kimchi and a processed-meat savouriness.
How to enjoy it
Cooked on a burner at the table and shared from the pot; instant noodles are added near the end so they stay chewy.
Ingredients & preparation
Ham, sausage, spam, kimchi, tofu, instant ramyeon noodles and often a slice of processed cheese in a gochugaru broth.
Traveler tips
Usually ordered for two or more people. Born near US army bases after the Korean War — hence "army stew".
Where to try it
Uijeongbu, and student districts across Seoul.
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