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Fry the spam in a little oil until golden on both sides, then remove.
Add the whites of the spring onions and the onion, and fry for a few minutes until softened.
Add the kimchi and cook without moving it too much until it is super fragrant, about 5 minutes. Pour in the kimchi juice.
Add the gochugaru, garlic, rice water, dashi powder, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and tofu, then bring everything to a boil.
Add the spam back in and crack in an egg. Cover and cook for a few minutes until the egg is poached.
Finish with the greens of the spring onions and a drizzle of sesame oil.
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The rice water is just the water you wash your rice in. If you are not making rice, use water or a light stock - you don't want a heavy stock to cloud the sour flavour of the kimchi.
Can I use something other than rice water?
Yes, you can use water or a light stock instead of rice water.
Is there a substitute for spam?
You can use other types of processed meat or even bacon as a substitute for spam.
Can I make this dish vegetarian?
Yes, omit the spam and fish sauce, and use vegetable stock instead of rice water.
What is gochugaru?
Gochugaru is Korean red pepper flakes, known for their vibrant color and mild heat.
How do I know when the egg is poached?
The egg is poached when the whites are set, and the yolk is still slightly runny.
