Budae Jjigae
Spicy army-base stew of sausage, spam and ramen.
About Budae Jjigae
Spam, sausage, kimchi, baked beans and instant noodles are simmered together in a spicy gochujang broth, often topped with melting cheese. Born of American army-base surplus after the Korean War, it became a beloved comfort dish.
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