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Korean Winter Soup

Cozy Up with Delicious Korean Winter Soup Bliss

Experience the comforting warmth of Korean Winter Soup, a delightful blend of beef, tofu, and vegetables perfect for winter.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 2 pounds Beef Short Ribs Can substitute with beef shank for a similar flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Guk Ganjang (Korean Soup Soy Sauce) Substitute with tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 1 medium Aromatics (Onion) Cut with skin on for extra flavor.
  • 1 thumb Ginger Slice thinly.
  • 5 cloves Garlic Chop finely.
  • 4 stalks Green Onions
For the Vegetables
  • 1 block Tofu Choose soft tofu for best texture.
  • 2 medium Korean Leek Can substitute with regular leeks.
  • 1 cup Daikon Radish Critical for balancing flavors.
Optional Additions
  • 1 cup Portobello Mushrooms For a vegetarian twist.
  • 2 cups Bok Choy Add for extra nutrients.
  • 1 cup Carrots Can substitute for daikon.

Equipment

  • Large Stock Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the beef short ribs in cold water for about 1 hour to draw out blood and impurities.
  2. Prepare aromatics by cutting onion with skin on, slicing ginger thinly, and chopping garlic finely.
  3. Combine the soaked beef short ribs, ginger, green onion, yellow onion, and 10 cups of water in a large stock pot.
  4. Bring the pot to a vigorous boil, enjoying the aroma that fills your kitchen.
  5. Reduce heat to medium and skim off any foam that rises to the surface.
  6. Let the soup simmer uncovered for approximately 1 hour, skimming foam as necessary.
  7. Add sliced daikon radish and continue simmering for another 20 minutes until tender.
  8. Remove all aromatics, season with guk ganjang and sea salt, stirring gently as it simmers for an additional 10 minutes.
  9. Garnish the soup with freshly sliced green onions and black pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This hearty soup is great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for 3 months.

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