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Korean Winter Soup

Korean Winter Soup: Hearty Bliss for Cold Days Ahead

Korean Winter Soup offers a hearty embrace with tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and rich umami, perfect for cold days.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 2 pounds Beef Brisket can be substituted with chuck roast or short ribs
  • 6-8 cups Water essential for simmering ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean red pepper paste) can substitute with miso mixed with chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon Gochugaru (Korean red pepper powder) substitute with crushed red pepper flakes if needed
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 large Onion chopped
For the Vegetables
  • 1 head Napa Cabbage chopped
  • 16 ounces Tofu (firm, cubed)
  • 1 medium Daikon Radish sliced
  • 4 stalks Green Onions (sliced) for garnish
Seasoning & Accompaniments
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil for sautéing
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 cups Cooked White Rice for serving

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • fine-mesh skimmer
  • small pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, add the beef brisket along with enough water to fully submerge it, approximately 6-8 cups. Bring to a boil, then simmer gently for 30 minutes.
  2. Skim the surface to remove impurities and foam.
  3. Stir in soy sauce, gochujang, gochugaru, and minced garlic. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
  4. Add onion, napa cabbage, cubed tofu, and sliced daikon radish. Stir gently and cover the pot. Simmer for an additional 20 minutes.
  5. In a small pan, heat sesame oil and sauté green onions for about 2 minutes. Add to the soup.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  7. Serve the hot soup in bowls alongside cooked white rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

For optimal flavor and satisfaction, enjoy with friends and family during cold months.

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