Korean Gamjatang [ Pork Bone Soup ] Best Recipe

Korean Pork Bone Soup

Gamjatang is a popular Korean pork bone broth dish loved for its hearty and savory taste. If you want to try making this dish at home, you can follow this simple recipe that uses your Instant Pot to speed up your cooking time. In this blog post, we’ll talk more about gamjatang, its history, ingredients, and how to make it.

Index

• History of Gamjatang
• Gamjatang Recipe
• Taste better – use an Instant Pot
• Conclusion

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History of Gamjatang

Gamjatang originated in the southwestern region of Korea, where it was a popular dish among farmers and workers. The dish was originally made with pork bones and leftover vegetables, which were boiled together to create a flavorful broth. Over time, gamjatang became a staple in Korean cuisine, and today it’s enjoyed by people all over the world.

Ingredient

2 pounds pork neck bone
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp grated ginger
1/4 cup red pepper paste
1/4 cup chili powder
6 cups of water
4-5 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks 4 leeks,cut into 2-inch pieces salt and pepper to taste guideline

If you don’t have an Instant Pot, you can use a pot or pressure cooker. The reason for using an Instant Pot and pressure cooker is that the meat is very tender and the sauce permeates well into the meat, maximizing the taste.

Gamjatang Recipe

Eliminate Pig Smell

A. The smell of pigs must be removed.

First, the blood in the bones must be removed.

1. Soak in cold water for 1 hour and remove blood.
2. Boil the removed pork bones in hot water for about 30 minutes.
3. Wash the pork bones well in cold water.

Taste better – use an Instant Pot

B. Turn on your Instant Pot and set it to sauté. When the pot is hot, add the cooking oil, chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until onions are translucent. Add pork bones, red pepper paste, and red pepper powder to a pot and stir until the sauce is coated on the bones.

[ You can also put all the seasoning in a bowl and mix it up. ]

C. Add water and stir to mix. Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to Manual Pressure Cooking for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, release the pressure naturally for 10 to 15 minutes, then open the lid.

D. Add potatoes and green onions to the pot and stir to mix well. Close the lid and set the Instant Pot as a manual pressure cooker for another 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, release the pressure naturally for another 10 to 15 minutes, then open the lid. Season the soup with salt and pepper. Enjoy hot gamjatang with a bowl of rice and a side dish of your choice.

Conclusion

Gamjatang can be found in various Korean restaurants in Seoul, Hongdae, and Busan. But if you want to try making this delicious pork bone soup at home, the Instant Pot is a great tool to make quickly and easily. Enjoy the rich and savory flavors of your beloved Korean cuisine from the comfort of your own kitchen.

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