Army base stew (부대찌개)

$17.95/serving

Budae Jjigae, also known as 'Army Base Stew', originated in Korea after the Korean War, when people mixed surplus food from American military bases with traditional Korean ingredients to create a unique and flavorful stew. Today, it's a beloved comfort food in Korea. Made with a spicy broth, an array of vegetables, sausage, and bacon this stew is perfect for those looking for a satisfying and filling meal.

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ingredients

24 gram

Scallion

40 gram

Onion

26 gram

Carrot

14 gram

Shiitake mushroom

120 gram

Kimchi

34 gram

Bacon

90 gram

Sausage

Utensils

  • • Pot

Instructions

1

Add 400mL (per serving) of water to a pot.

Add sauce, kimchi for stew, vegetables, sausage & bacon.
Bring to boil.

Boil additional 13~15 minutes on medium-high heat.

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Meal Reviews

4.6 out of 5

21 global ratings
5 star
81%
4 star
5%
3 star
10%
2 star
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1 star
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Cassandra, IA

Not the best army base stew I've tried but a good option if you've never had it before.

April 20 2024, 3:27 pm

Gloria, WA

It was okay to eat but not favorite!!

April 26 2024, 6:30 pm

Jessica, MD

It was okay.

May 1 2024, 2:54 am

Christine, MA

Love this menu!

May 1 2024, 10:03 pm

Jimin, OH

it tastes good and good with rice!

May 23 2024, 10:58 am

Miriam, NY

Tasty, added tofu to the stew

June 5 2024, 12:05 pm

Amanda, NY

This definitely felt like a healthier version of the original in a way but it was still so so salty. Also I don’t know if I feel like it’s army stew to me without the beans and noodle.

June 13 2024, 2:26 am

Yangju, VA

Not the best army base stew.

June 23 2024, 1:41 am

Yuan, GA

Such a heaty dish to have on a weekend, but I had to put my own noodles and vegetables to bulk it up.

July 17 2024, 2:43 pm

NARA, MN

I add some instant noodle, and it was perfect !

July 25 2024, 12:52 am

Catherina, NY

too spicy for me.

July 30 2024, 3:55 pm

Heena, MA

One of my husband's favorites!

August 19 2024, 6:56 pm

Pauline, MA

I’m always sad when this dish is finished.

August 20 2024, 6:22 pm

Min, NJ

The Army base stew was fantastic. It wasn’t too salty and had plenty of sausage. It was hearty enough for two people. Highly recommended!

August 23 2024, 7:01 pm

Hannah, NJ

loved it! I ordered this for my husband and me!

September 4 2024, 8:37 pm

Ikimat, MD

Has the perfect spice level. I always end up eating it with some rice on the side. Makes a good meal for 2 people!!!

October 18 2024, 8:39 am

Jin, MA

Superb flavor. Wish there could have been tofu and instant ramen! Will try to add in those ingredients on top of provided ingredients next time

October 18 2024, 9:03 pm

JS, NY

It was medium…

October 21 2024, 6:59 pm

Nakeya, NY

It was pretty good. Not my favorite though.

November 6 2024, 6:59 pm

Alice, CT

I found this tasty. It would be better with tofu

November 20 2024, 9:10 pm

J, DE

Missing the ramen noodle ???? we throw in extra spam or noodles or extra gochugaru whenever possible and it turns out great for us

December 16 2024, 1:59 pm