Budae Jjigae: Korea's Army Camp Stew

Take a look at one of the most popular dishes to come about after the Korean War.

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[ItsSteveMiller]

Yup. It's one reason why many Asian countries have such great love for the dish. It was freely given out by troops following WWII as a source of meat in ravaged areas.

[etatauri]

Spam is my guilty pleasure. Its one of those things you're not suppose to say you like, but I grew up on it and its still comforting to have egg battered fried spam once in a while that my mom used to make for my packed lunch for school.

[ItsSteveMiller]

Right on! It's one of our favorite staples now!

[midknightgrifter]

I am from the home of SPAM, good ol' Minnesota and I do enjoy it. I would really like to try Budae Jjigae. I also liked your first "Are ya hungry" start to your video. With an eye patch, you would bring alive the pirate within. Thanks man!!!

[ItsSteveMiller]

That it is. I hop eot make some of this back in the US on our next trip!

[MarkWiens]

Yes, I love SPAM! This army stew is truly a genius hot pot invention. Looks amazing!

[ItsSteveMiller]

I like the spicy stuff too. Great addition to the stock! I hope you can get some of your favorite spam soon! It's too tasty to go without!

[ItsSteveMiller]

It's a great dish. Have you had some while here?

[aeriskitchen]

That looks good ~~ :) I envy you, steve ...since you can try all kinds of Korean restaurants over there. Enjoy your time. I like spam... just wish it was healthier to eat. hehe.

[ItsSteveMiller]

Thanks! We have several different varieties here (knock-offs). The taste of spam in the stew is totally different!

[ItsSteveMiller]

We get that as a banchan here! I love it!

[Towkeeyoh]

Crispy fried chopped spam mixed in fried rice. BAM! Magic in your mouth!

[CerealforProtein]

thanks Steve! I left a question on "How much for a gym?" video you made if you could answer if you have the time (thought it would be more appropriate for it to be over there). Thank you very much again!

[SaorEire]

Do I like Spam? Yep. Especially when it's sliced thick, fried extra crisp, and served with lots of mustard between two nice and hot slices of toast. That, and a cold Pepsi on the side makes for a perfect lunch.

[OkiNinjaKitty]

I LOVE Spam! Can't live without it.

[carmeng]

Spam is yummy!! It's really good sliced and baked in the oven with bbq sauce.

[MarkWiens]

No, wasn't able to fit it in while I was there... hopefully next time.

[ItsSteveMiller]

;-) It's not that unhealthy! Besides, one can always substitute the meat!

We are very fortunate to be able to have so many great restaurants so close to home. I hope you'll be able to visit in a year or two and get your fix of the "real stuff".

[RogsMyJRT]

Usually fried with sunny side up eggs. It makes a great breakfast.

[fehquig]

I always keep a can or two of Spam lying around for when the meat runs out or when I want something quick... I especially like garlic Spam LOL and hot dogs go with my can of beans every couple of days... It's cheap and good protein!