Why Sundubu Jjigae deserves more attention

Sundubu Jjigae rarely gets the international recognition it deserves. The deeply umami complexity is genuine, not simple, and the technique involved in using gochujang chilli paste correctly takes real skill.

the communal banchan side dishes are as important as the main. I encountered it first in a Korean barbecue restaurant with table grills and that context helped me understand it properly. soju is the natural accompaniment and the combination makes the case for the dish. If you haven't explored this cuisine seriously, Sundubu Jjigae is the dish to start with.