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Korean Winter Soup

Heartwarming Korean Winter Soup for Cozy Nights In

This Korean Winter Soup is a comforting dish perfect for chilly nights with tender beef and tofu.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup base
  • 2 lbs Beef Short Ribs provides rich flavor and tenderness
  • 1 block Soft Tofu adds creaminess and protein; swap for portobello mushrooms or seitan for vegetarian option
  • 2 units Korean Leek offers aromatic depth; substitute with regular leeks if needed
  • 5 tablespoons Guk Ganjang (Korean Soup Soy Sauce) essential for umami depth; can use regular soy sauce mixed with fish sauce or tamari
For the Aromatic Boost
  • 1 cup Radish infuses the broth with delicate flavor; must be sliced and cooked until tender
  • 1 large Yellow Onion a flavor base essential for depth; incorporate it whole with skin on
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger freshly grated ginger works best to enhance the flavor
  • 5 cloves Garlic consider adding extra for a garlicky kick

Equipment

  • large stock pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by soaking the beef short ribs in cold water for about 1 hour to draw out excess blood.
  2. Chop the ginger and garlic, and slice the green onions. Keep one yellow onion whole for later.
  3. In a large stock pot, combine the soaked beef short ribs, chopped aromatics, and 10 cups of water. Bring to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and skim off any foam that accumulates on the surface for about 5 minutes.
  5. Allow the soup to simmer uncovered on medium-low heat for about 1 hour.
  6. After an hour, add in the sliced radish and continue to simmer for an additional 20 minutes until tender.
  7. Carefully remove all the aromatics and the whole onion from the pot.
  8. Season the broth with guk ganjang, sea salt, and additional chopped garlic. Let it simmer for another 10 minutes.
  9. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and black pepper. Serve hot with a bowl of white rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

The flavors deepen as the soup sits, making it even more delightful to enjoy the next day.

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