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Tasty Korean Winter Soup

Soul-Warming Tasty Korean Winter Soup for Cozy Nights

This Tasty Korean Winter Soup offers a warm, comforting experience perfect for chilly evenings with flavorful broth and nourishing ingredients.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 2 lbs Beef Short Ribs Substitute with beef shank or oxtail if desired.
  • 5 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is preferable.
  • 1 inch Ginger Opt for fresh for the best taste.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 block Tofu Use firm or soft based on your preference.
  • 3 stalks Korean Leeks Can substitute with regular leeks.
  • 1 cup Daikon Radish Adjust cooking time if using regular radish.
For Seasoning
  • 1/4 cup Guk Ganjang (Korean Soup Soy Sauce) Substitute with regular soy sauce if unavailable.
  • to taste Sea Salt Add to taste as you simmer.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Used as a garnish.
For Variations
  • 2 cups Mushrooms Large portobello mushrooms as a vegetarian alternative.
  • 2 cups Seitan Perfect plant-based protein option.

Equipment

  • large stock pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the beef short ribs in cold water for 1 hour to remove excess blood.
  2. Prepare the aromatics by cutting a yellow onion into quarters, chopping ginger, and smashing garlic.
  3. Combine soaked beef short ribs, prepared aromatics, and 10 cups of water in a large stock pot.
  4. Bring pot to a rolling boil over medium-high heat and skim off any foam.
  5. Reduce to medium-low heat and simmer uncovered for 1 hour, regularly skimming foam.
  6. Add radish slices to the pot and simmer for an additional 20 minutes until tender.
  7. Discard all aromatics from the broth and season with guk ganjang and sea salt.
  8. Allow to simmer for another 10 minutes, adjusting seasoning as necessary.
  9. Ladle into bowls and garnish with green onions and black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Skim foam consistently for a clear broth. Adjust guk ganjang substitutes gradually to avoid oversalting. Use a large pot to prevent overflow.

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