Ingredients
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2
slices thick-cut bacon, cut into pieces
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1/2
medium onion, chopped
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3
garlic cloves, minced
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1 teaspoon
grated ginger
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2 teaspoons
soy sauce + more to taste
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1 tablespoon
Gochujang
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1 teaspoon
Gochugaru or to taste
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1 cup
Kimchi, squeezed and chopped + 1/4 cup kimchi liquid
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2 1/2 cups
water
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6 ounces
tofu, cut into large cubes
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thinly sliced scallions & sesame seeds for garnish
Directions
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In a medium pot, cook the bacon pieces over medium heat until beginning to crisp. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger, and cook until beginning to soften, about 3-4 minutes.
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Add the soy sauce, gochujang, gochugaru, and kimchi and cook another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
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Add kimchi juice and water and simmer 20-30 minutes. Season to taste with additional soy sauce if needed.
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Add tofu and cook until warmed through, about 3-4 minutes more. Ladle soup into bowls and serve topped with scallions and sesame seeds.
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