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Korean Winter Soup

Comforting Korean Winter Soup to Warm Your Soul

Hearty Korean Winter Soup is a delightful bowl of warmth, perfect for chilly nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 2 pounds Beef Short Ribs Can substitute with beef shank or oxtail.
  • 1 tablespoon Sea Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 cup Korean Leeks Can substitute with regular leeks or green onions.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Radish Korean white radish or daikon.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions For garnish.
For the Soy Sauce Base
  • 1 cup Guk Ganjang (Korean Soup Soy Sauce) Can substitute with regular soy sauce mixed with a hint of fish sauce.
For the Additional Protein
  • 1 block Tofu Firm tofu recommended.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by soaking the beef short ribs in cold water for about 1 hour to draw out excess blood.
  2. Prepare your aromatics by chopping a whole yellow onion and ginger, and garlic.
  3. In a large pot, combine the soaked ribs with the chopped aromatics and 10 cups of water.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  5. Skim off the foam that forms on the surface to clarify your broth.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low and let the pot simmer uncovered for about 1 hour.
  7. After simmering, add the radish slices and continue simmering for another 20 minutes.
  8. Once the radish is tender, season the broth with guk ganjang and sea salt.
  9. Let the soup rest for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  10. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with freshly chopped green onions and black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 23gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 865mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This Korean Winter Soup is perfect for making ahead of time. Store in the fridge or freeze for later use.

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