Sundubu Jjigae
A Korean spicy stew made with uncurdled soft tofu in an anchovy broth base, with shellfish, pork or beef, mushrooms, and an egg cracked in at the end.
Allergen data cross-referenced against published allergen databases.
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Full allergen breakdown
Ingredients
- soft tofu (Soy)
- anchovy broth (Fish)
- gochugaru
- soy sauce (Soy)
- pork or seafood
- mushrooms
- zucchini
- raw egg (Egg)
Hidden Ingredients
These ingredients are not typically listed on menus but are present in traditional preparations.
- anchovy broth as the base
- raw egg cracked into the stew
- soft tofu (pure soy)
- seafood components in many versions
Allergen Breakdown
Dairy-Free
Likely OKNo dairy in sundubu jjigae.
Gluten-Free
Check with staffSoy sauce may be added. Verify.
Peanut-Free
Likely OKNo peanuts in sundubu jjigae.
Tree Nut-Free
Likely OKNo tree nuts in sundubu jjigae.
Shellfish-Free
Check with staffSeafood versions contain shrimp and shellfish. Even plain versions may use shellfish stock.
Egg-Free
Likely contains restrictionA raw egg is cracked into the stew as the final step.
Fish-Free
Likely contains restrictionAnchovy-kelp broth is the standard base.
Soy-Free
Likely contains restrictionSoft tofu is pure soy.
Sesame-Free
Check with staffSesame oil is sometimes added. Verify.
Vegetarian
Likely contains restrictionContains anchovy broth and usually meat or seafood.
| Restriction | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dairy-Free | Likely OK | No dairy in sundubu jjigae. |
| Gluten-Free | Check with staff | Soy sauce may be added. Verify. |
| Peanut-Free | Likely OK | No peanuts in sundubu jjigae. |
| Tree Nut-Free | Likely OK | No tree nuts in sundubu jjigae. |
| Shellfish-Free | Check with staff | Seafood versions contain shrimp and shellfish. Even plain versions may use shellfish stock. |
| Egg-Free | Likely contains restriction | A raw egg is cracked into the stew as the final step. |
| Fish-Free | Likely contains restriction | Anchovy-kelp broth is the standard base. |
| Soy-Free | Likely contains restriction | Soft tofu is pure soy. |
| Sesame-Free | Check with staff | Sesame oil is sometimes added. Verify. |
| Vegetarian | Likely contains restriction | Contains anchovy broth and usually meat or seafood. |
Key risk: Sundubu jjigae has a raw egg cracked directly into the hot stew as a standard step. The broth is anchovy-based. The tofu is soft soy. Seafood versions add shellfish directly into the stew.
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