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Korean Seafood Jjigae

A bubbling broth of clams, squid, and shrimp simmered with gochugaru, garlic, and aromatics. Rich, spicy, and ready in under 30 minutes—serve with steamed rice.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
245
Protein
38g
Korean Seafood Jjigae
comfortsatisfyingkoreanshrimpsquidclamstenderjuicy

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Scrub clams under cold running water and discard any that don't close when tapped.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a heavy 3-quart pot over medium-high heat until shimmering, ~60 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Add minced garlic and gochugaru; stir constantly until fragrant, ~90 seconds. Do not brown.

  4. Step 4

    Pour in anchovy broth. Bring to a rolling boil, then add clams. Cover and simmer 5 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Add shrimp and squid; stir gently. Simmer uncovered 3–4 minutes until shrimp turns opaque.

  6. Step 6

    Scatter scallions over the top. Taste broth and season with salt and pepper as needed.

  7. Step 7

    Serve immediately in bowls with steamed rice and extra gochugaru on the side if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • 3-quart heavy pot with lid
  • wooden spoon
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife

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