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Tasty Korean Winter Soup Recipe

Tasty Korean Winter Soup Recipe: Warmth in Every Sip

A delightful blend of beef and tofu in a savory broth, this Tasty Korean Winter Soup is perfect for cold winter days.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 2 pounds beef short ribs Alternative options include beef shank or oxtail.
  • 1 cup guk ganjang (Korean soup soy sauce) Can replace with regular soy sauce and a splash of fish sauce or tamari.
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt Adjust based on personal salt preference.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Korean leek Can substitute with regular leeks or green onions.
  • 1 cup radish Use Korean radish for authenticity.
  • 4 cloves garlic Adjust quantity to taste; fresh works best.
  • 1 inch ginger Fresh ginger is preferable for maximum flavor.
For the Protein
  • 1 block tofu Choose soft or firm based on preference.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the beef short ribs in cold water for 1 hour to remove excess blood.
  2. Peel a yellow onion, chop it into quarters, and prepare garlic and ginger.
  3. In a large pot, combine the soaked beef short ribs, ginger, quartered onion, and green onions with 10 cups of water. Bring to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium, skim off brown foam, and maintain a clear broth.
  5. Let the broth simmer uncovered for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  6. After 1 hour, add radish slices and simmer for an additional 20 minutes.
  7. Discard onion and green onion pieces. Season with guk ganjang and sea salt to taste.
  8. Serve the soup in bowls, garnishing with sliced green onions and black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For freshness, always use fresh garlic and ginger. Serve piping hot for the best experience.

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