Soft Tofu Stew with Aged Kimchi

Serves 2

Ingredients

• 14 oz package soft tofu
• 1 1/2 cups jarred aged kimchi
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 2 tbsp gochugaru
• 1 tbsp anchovy sauce
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 2 cups chopped green cabbage
• 2 cups water

Instructions

1. 1Mince the garlic and grate the ginger. Squeeze the kimchi lightly, reserving its liquid.
2. 2Heat toasted sesame oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add garlic, ginger, and gochugaru; stir 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. 3Add chopped green cabbage and squeezed kimchi. Cook 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. 4Pour in water, anchovy sauce, and reserved kimchi liquid. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer 8 minutes. Gently add soft tofu in large chunks and simmer 5 more minutes until heated through.
5. 5Taste and adjust seasoning before serving steaming hot.