Budae Jjigae (2 Dollar Stew but Cheaper)

Combine all of the sauce ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk to combine.

In a large bowl, add the mushrooms and cover with boiling water. Let sit for 12 minutes.

Remove from the liquid and ring out all liquid. Remove the mushrooms stems, slice evenly, and set to the side.

Slice the spam and sausage into even pieces, about 1/4" thick.

Heat a large pot over medium heat until it's hot. Sear the spam and sausage (separately) for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned.

Add oil to the pan if needed. Reduce the heat to medium, then add the sliced green onions & sliced button mushrooms, and sauté for 1-2 minutes.

Add the chopped kimchi in and stir to combine. Sauté for another minute.

Add the sauce once the mushrooms begin to soften. Cook and stir for 2 minutes.

Add the chicken stock and mushroom stock, then stir to combine.

Turn heat to medium-high and bring to a boil, then immediately reduce the heat to low. Let simmer for 2 minutes.

While simmering, gently add in the ramen noodles. Press down to submerge, then cover with a lid and cook for 3-4 minutes.

Once the noodles are finished cooking, add in the seared spam and sausage, shiitake mushrooms, and American cheese.

Cover and simmer for 2 minutes.

Top with green onions and serve immediately.