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Doenjang jjigae

From the video “Korean soybean paste stew (Doenjang-jjigae: 된장찌개)” by Maangchi. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Maangchi. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumFine for a weeknight
Mild
Total time
~10 min
est.
Serves
~4
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Cost
~$3.10*
per serving, Ontario (~3 portions assumed)save ~$16.90* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
11

Ingredients

  • Pescatarian

May contain shellfish, soy, fish

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$9.30*for the batch in the video
~$3.10*per serving

You save about ~$16.90* per serving (85% less*) than ordering it out — ~$50.70* for ~3 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario Korean restaurant plate, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

5 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 4 predicted from typical costs · not priced: potato, zucchini, dried anchovy, doenjang

* Estimate, not a quote: 4 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario Korean restaurant plate at ~$20, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving143 kcal · 7% of 2,000
Fat4.6 g6%
Saturated fat0.7 g3%
Sodium28 mg1%
Carbohydrate15 g5%
Fiber3.1 g11%
Total sugars2.9 gno daily value
Added sugars0 g0%
Protein14 g27%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexBalanced
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+20 of 20
  • Saturated fat−5 of 20
  • Sodium−2 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)0 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 7 of 9 ingredient lines (91% of the measured weight), divided into 4 servings (estimated: model estimate (no quantities to work from)). Typical amounts assumed for tofu, green onion, because the video doesn’t say how much. Not counted because the video gives no amount: green chilli pepper. Not matched to nutrient data: dried anchovy, doenjang. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • knife
  • cutting board
  • earthenware pot
  • measuring cup
  • spoon

What the video didn’t say

  • Servings not stated
  • Total preparation and cooking time not explicitly stated
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Read from the public video by gemini-3.5-flash-lite on 2026-10-05. Thumbnail and video are Maangchi’s, shown through YouTube’s official embed.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Doenjang jjigae

What makes Maangchi's Doenjang jjigae recipe and technique special?

Maangchi's take on Doenjang jjigae focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Korean flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Doenjang must dissolve fully to avoid salty lumps. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Doenjang jjigae at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Doenjang jjigae recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Doenjang jjigae ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Doenjang jjigae can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Maangchi's Doenjang jjigae?

This recipe utilizes approximately 11 ingredients across 15 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Doenjang jjigae?

The official cooking video by Maangchi is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.