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Jokbal and Tofu Soup Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb pork trotters (jokbal)
- 1 block of firm tofu, cubed
- 6 cups of water
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon of gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
- 1 tablespoon of gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sliced green onions for garnish

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Rinse the pork trotters under cold water and place them in a large pot. Add enough water to cover the trotters and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 hours until the trotters are tender.

2. Remove the trotters from the pot and let them cool. Once cooled, remove the bones and cut the meat into bite-sized pieces.

3. In the same pot, add chopped onions, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, gochugaru, gochujang, and sugar. Stir well and cook for 5 minutes until the onions are translucent.

4. Add the cubed tofu and cooked pork trotters to the pot. Pour in 6 cups of water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 30 minutes.

5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with sliced green onions.


- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat for boiling and low heat for simmering
Serving size:
- 4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 30g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pork trotters can be substituted with pork belly or chicken thighs.
- Gochugaru and gochujang can be substituted with chili flakes and chili paste.

Variations:
- Add vegetables such as sliced mushrooms, spinach, or zucchini.
- Use seafood such as shrimp or clams instead of pork trotters.

Tips and tricks:
- To remove the pork trotter smell, soak them in cold water with vinegar for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Add a beaten egg to the soup for a creamier texture.
- Serve with steamed rice on the side.

Storage instructions:
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in a pot over medium heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in individual bowls with a sprinkle of sliced green onions on top.

Garnishes:
- Sliced green onions

Pairings:
- Steamed rice
- Kimchi

Suggested side dishes:
- Korean pancake (jeon)
- Spicy cucumber salad (oi muchim)

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too spicy, add more water or reduce the amount of gochugaru and gochujang.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pork trotters thoroughly to avoid any foodborne illnesses.

Food history:
- Jokbal is a popular Korean dish made from pig's trotters that are cooked until tender and served with soy sauce and garlic.

Flavor profiles:
- Savory, spicy, and slightly sweet.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot as a main dish.

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Region: Korean

Taste: Savory, Umami, Rich, Tangy, Spicy