Stray Kids Hyunjin's Andong Jjimdak (안동찜닭)
Why this food?
Andong jjimdak is Korea's soul-comfort dish: tender braised chicken coated in a savory-sweet soy glaze with chewy glass noodles and vegetables all cooked together in one pot. When Stray Kids' Hyunjin named this as his go-to comfort meal, it resonated with millions of fans who understand that jjimdak isn't just food—it's the taste of Korean home and family gatherings.
🇰🇷 K-Culture Tip
Jjimdak originated in Andong, a city in North Korea's Gyeongsangbuk-do province, and became a national comfort food after Korean families fleeted south during the Korean War. Every Korean household has their own version passed down through generations. The dish represents resourcefulness: using affordable chicken parts and turning them into restaurant-quality comfort through slow braising.
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Substitute Ingredients
All available at Walmart
| Original | Substitute |
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Chicken thighs 닭다리살 | Walmart Bone-In Skin-On Chicken Thighs Great Value or Store Brand Thighs stay more tender than breasts during braising. Buy bone-in for more flavor. Shop at Walmart |
Soy sauce-based braising sauce 간장양념 | Walmart Kikkoman All-Purpose Soy Sauce + Brown Sugar + Minced Garlic + Ground Ginger Kikkoman, Great Value Mix these together as your braising base. Kikkoman is salty enough—no need for additional salt initially. Shop at Walmart |
Glass noodles (sweet potato starch noodles) 당면 | Walmart Dynasty Glass Noodles or Nasoya Glass Noodles Dynasty or Nasoya Also sold as 'cellophane noodles' or 'bean thread noodles.' Soak before adding to pot so they cook evenly. Shop at Walmart |
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Walmart edition
- 2 lbs (about 6-8 thighs) Walmart Bone-In Skin-On Chicken Thighs
- 1 cup soy sauce, 3/4 cup brown sugar, 6 cloves garlic (minced), 2 tbsp ground ginger Walmart Kikkoman All-Purpose Soy Sauce + Brown Sugar + Minced Garlic + Ground Ginger
- 1 package (about 10 oz) Walmart Dynasty Glass Noodles or Nasoya Glass Noodles
Instructions
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Step 1: Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and pat dry. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and ginger. Stir until sugar dissolves, then add chicken pieces and 1 cup water.
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Step 2: Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce should reduce and coat the chicken.
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Step 3: While chicken cooks, soak glass noodles in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain. Slice onion and bell pepper into thick chunks.
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Step 4: Add drained glass noodles, onion, and bell pepper to the pot. Stir gently to combine, ensuring noodles are submerged in sauce. Simmer for another 10 minutes until noodles are tender and vegetables are cooked.
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Step 5: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle with sesame oil. Serve hot with steamed rice and kimchi on the side.
