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Korean Chicken and Vegetable Stew (Dakdoritang)
At Jeontong Nokdoo Bindaeddeok lunch stall in Seoul’s Pungmul Market, we tasted dakdoritang, a spicy chicken and vegetable stew, prepared by Mi-Ok Seo. Gochujang, a cornerstone of Korean cooking, is a fermented chili paste; be sure to purchase pure gochujang, commonly sold in red plastic tubs or glass jars. Gochugaru, or Korean chili flakes, have a vibrant red hue and do not contain seeds. If not available, use sweet paprika. Serve with steamed short-grain rice.
4-6
Servings
Tip
Don’t use a tall, narrow pot. The larger diameter of a Dutch oven allows for greater evaporation, which thickens the liquid and concentrates flavor.
1 hour
Ingredients
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1¾-2
pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
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12
ounces small Yukon Gold potatoes (about 1½ inches in diameter), unpeeled, halved
Directions
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01In a large Dutch oven, stir together the chicken, potatoes, garlic, carrots, onion, mirin, gochujang, soy sauce, gochugaru, ½ teaspoon pepper and 3 cups water. Cover partially and bring to a simmer over medium-high, stirring occasionally. Reduce to medium and cook, stirring, until a skewer inserted into the potatoes and carrots meets no resistance and the cooking liquid is slightly reduced, 35 to 40 minutes.
Reviews
January 6, 2026
Good then great!
Made this stew exactly as written. Liked it the first day, but it was so, so good the second day! Now, I know I can make it in advance.
October 1, 2025
yummy
quick to whip up, husband was a fan
March 12, 2025
One of my favorites
I’ve made many milk street recipes over the years. This is one of my favorites. Easy to make, only uses one pot, and super flavorful! I did look at the other reviews and adjusted the water to be 2 1/2 cups instead and it turned out perfect and not watery at all. Will be making this again for sure!
March 4, 2025
Insanely delicious!
With such a simple recipe you wouldn't expect the amount of flavor that it results. Absolutely a favorite!
February 18, 2025
Excellent!
I made this tonight, following the recipe to the letter. I will definitely be making this again!
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