Kimchi Jjigae Mac 'n' Cheese

[eihra520]

Alright, my friends, buckle up because we're about to take a flavor-packed journey that combines the best of Korean and American cuisine

Ingredients:

• 1 lb elbow macaroni
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup kimchi, chopped (plus more for garnish)
• 1/2 cup kimchi juice (from the jar)
• 1/2 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean fermented chili paste)
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped scallions for garnish

Instructions:

1. Start by cooking the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the broth, chopped kimchi, kimchi juice, diced onion, minced garlic, gochujang, and sesame oil. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes to let all those flavors mingle.
3. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for a minute or two to create a roux.
4. Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to prevent any lumps from forming. Let the sauce thicken up for a few minutes.
5. Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until they're fully melted and incorporated.
6. Add the cheese sauce to the kimchi broth mixture, along with the cooked macaroni. Stir everything together until well combined.
7. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
8. Ladle the kimchi jigae mac 'n' cheese into bowls and garnish with extra chopped kimchi, scallions, and maybe even a sprinkle of sesame seeds if you're feeling fancy.

This kimchi jigae mac 'n' cheese is the perfect marriage of tangy, spicy, and creamy goodness, and it's sure to become a new favorite in your household. Enjoy!

 

[DreamingPilgrim]

Wow, what a fascinating fusion of Western and Eastern flavors! I'm definitely intrigued and think it's worth giving it a try. Thanks for sharing!

 

[KainGo127]

Whoa, this Kimchi Jjigae Mac 'n' Cheese is blowing my mind! Love the fusion of Korean flavors with a classic comfort food. Can't wait to give this a try and spice up my mac 'n' cheese game. Thanks for sharing this creative recipe!

 

[Rain]

Alright, my friends, buckle up because we're about to take a flavor-packed journey that combines the best of Korean and American cuisine

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Ingredients:

• 1 lb elbow macaroni
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup kimchi, chopped (plus more for garnish)
• 1/2 cup kimchi juice (from the jar)
• 1/2 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean fermented chili paste)
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped scallions for garnish

Instructions:

1. Start by cooking the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the broth, chopped kimchi, kimchi juice, diced onion, minced garlic, gochujang, and sesame oil. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes to let all those flavors mingle.
3. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for a minute or two to create a roux.
4. Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to prevent any lumps from forming. Let the sauce thicken up for a few minutes.
5. Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until they're fully melted and incorporated.
6. Add the cheese sauce to the kimchi broth mixture, along with the cooked macaroni. Stir everything together until well combined.
7. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
8. Ladle the kimchi jigae mac 'n' cheese into bowls and garnish with extra chopped kimchi, scallions, and maybe even a sprinkle of sesame seeds if you're feeling fancy.

This kimchi jigae mac 'n' cheese is the perfect marriage of tangy, spicy, and creamy goodness, and it's sure to become a new favorite in your household. Enjoy!

Whoa, Kimchi Jjigae Mac 'n' Cheese sounds like an amazing fusion dish! Can’t wait to try it out. Thanks for sharing!