Simple Budae Jjigae for One (Korean Army Stew)

Step 1

Add the ingredients for budae jjigae in a medium pot, except for the water, instant noodles, cheese and green onion. Feel free to nicely arrange all the ingredients if you'd like.*We like to have our main ingredients around the pot and save the center for the "soup base" (gochujang, gochugaru, garlic, etc).*

Step 2

Pour the water over the ingredients and bring the stew to a boil over medium high heat and cook for a minute or two.

Step 3

Add the instant noodle into the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the noodles are loosened.

Step 4

Finish the budae jjigae with the slice of cheese and sliced green onions. Cook for another 30 seconds to a minute, or until the noodles are just cooked.

Step 5

Serve the stew immediate and enjoy while it's hot. You can also eat the budae jjigae with a small side of steamed white rice.