How to Make Army Stew Hot Pot (Budae Jeongol)

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   1. Preparation & Setup Choose the ingredients, focusing on a variety of hams and sausages for the best flavor [02:50]. Prepare side dishes like white kimchi (baek-kimchi), stir-fried fish cakes, and seasoned bean sprouts to complement the stew [03:20].

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   2. Assembling & Cooking Arrange the different types of ham, sausages, bacon, ground meat, and cheese in a large shallow pot [03:35]. Add broth and vegetables, then cover the pot and boil until the stew starts bubbling vigorously [03:50]. Use scissors to cut large slices of ham into bite-sized portions while the stew boils for even cooking [04:06].

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   3. Serving & Enhancing Begin eating by enjoying the hams and bacon first, which have absorbed the rich, savory broth [04:47]. Mix the stew with a bowl of rice and a fried egg to create a hearty and comforting meal base [05:34]. Add ramen noodles to the pot, allowing them to cook and soak up the spicy, flavorful liquid [07:18]. Replenish the pot with more ham and sausage toppings as needed, and add extra broth as the noodles absorb it [08:50]. Enjoy the final combination of noodles, ham, and white kimchi for a balanced and satisfying finish [11:13]. Finish by pouring the remaining broth over rice to savor every bit of flavor [11:23].