[Recipe] Spicy Soft Tofu & Noodles (Sundubu Jjolmyeon)

While watching Korean 1-minute cooking YouTuber "Ttukttak-i Hyung", I came across this Spicy Soft Tofu & Noodles with Beef—and I had to try it!

This dish combines savory beef, silky soft tofu, and chewy noodles in a rich, flavorful broth. It’s like a heartier version of Sundubu Jjigae, but with noodles added for extra satisfaction!

[Recipe] Spicy Soft Tofu & Noodles (Sundubu Jjolmyeon)

✔️ Ingredients (2-3 servings)

Main Ingredients

300g beef (or pork for extra flavor)
2 packs soft tofu (Sundubu)
1 bundle jjolmyeon noodles (or udon/ramen as alternatives)
1/2 onion (sliced)
1 green onion (chopped)
1/2 zucchini (sliced)
1-2 green chili peppers (optional, for heat)
1 egg

Broth Seasoning

500ml water
5 tbsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
2 tbsp minced garlic
1 tsp beef stock powder (or dashi powder)

🍽️ How to Make It

1️⃣ Sear the Beef

Heat oil in a pan, sear beef until golden brown, then set aside.

2️⃣ Stir-fry the Aromatics

In the same pan, stir-fry onions & green onions.

Add gochugaru (red pepper flakes) and toast lightly.

3️⃣ Build the Broth

Quickly pour in 500ml water before the chili powder burns.

Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, garlic, and beef stock powder.

4️⃣ Add Soft Tofu & Noodles

Gently break apart soft tofu and add it to the broth.

Tear jjolmyeon noodles into smaller pieces before adding them.

5️⃣ Final Touches

Return the seared beef to the pot.
Add zucchini, green chili peppers, and an egg.

Simmer until the noodles are fully cooked.

💡 Why You’ll Love This Dish

✅ One-pot comfort food – Spicy, rich, and deeply satisfying
✅ Perfect balance – Soft tofu, chewy noodles, and juicy beef
✅ Customizable – Swap jjolmyeon for udon or ramen noodles

Would you try this Korean-style spicy tofu and noodle stew? Let me know in the comments!

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