What's in it
Soft tofu, seafood or pork, egg, chili oil.
More about Soft Tofu Stew
Sundubu is soft, unpressed tofu — silkier than regular tofu. Sundubu restaurants usually let you choose the spice level and serve the stew in a hot stone or earthenware pot. Chodang village in Gangneung is famous for a white, mild sundubu made using seawater.
Good to know
Choose the version: seafood (해물), meat (고기) or sometimes plain.
Special diets and allergies
- Vegetarian: usually made with seafood, but many places can leave it out — ask.
- Watch for: Anchovy or fish broth.
- Vegan: no — contains egg.
- Pork: usually pork-free.
- Allergens: Soy, Egg, Crustaceans, Molluscs.
Recipes vary between restaurants. If an ingredient matters to you, ask before you order — or show a diet card.
Quick answers
What is soft tofu stew?
Silky soft tofu in a spicy broth, usually with seafood or pork. A raw egg is cracked in while it bubbles.
Is soft tofu stew spicy?
Yes — it is spicy. You can ask for less spice: 덜 맵게 해 주세요 (deol maepge hae juseyo).
Is soft tofu stew vegetarian?
Usually made with seafood, but many places can leave it out — ask.
Does soft tofu stew contain pork?
Usually pork-free.
What is soft tofu stew called in Korean?
순두부찌개, pronounced “sundubujjigae”.