About
Gamjatang is a hearty Korean stew made with pork neck bones, potatoes, and a spicy, savory broth flavored with perilla leaves, green onions, and gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes). It has a rich, deep flavor with a spicy kick and is often enjoyed as a comforting meal, especially during colder months or as a late-night dish to combat hangovers.
Cultural Context
Gamjatang is a popular Korean comfort food, often enjoyed in communal settings like late-night meals or gatherings. It is believed to help with hangovers and is especially favored during winter for its warming properties. The dish originated as a way to use pork neck bones, which were once considered a less desirable cut.
Ingredients
1.5 kgpork neck bones(soaked in cold water for 1-2 hours to remove blood)
3-4 mediumpotatoes(peeled and cut into chunks)
10 leavesperilla leaves(roughly chopped)
2 stalksgreen onions(cut into 2-inch pieces)