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Korean Winter Soup

Comforting Korean Winter Soup to Warm Your Soul

This Korean Winter Soup is a cozy dish featuring tender beef and soft tofu in a savory broth, perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pounds Beef Short Ribs Substitute with beef shank or oxtail for a different twist.
  • 1 cup Tofu Use soft or firm based on texture preference.
  • 1 cup Korean Leek Replace with regular leeks or a mix of green onions and chives if unavailable.
  • 1 each Onion Keep skin on while cooking to enhance flavor.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Feel free to add more according to taste.
  • 1 medium Radish Perfect for simmering.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Guk Ganjang (Korean Soup Soy Sauce) Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Adjust quantity based on liking.

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the beef short ribs in a bowl of cold water for 1 hour. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare your aromatics: chop the ginger, garlic, and cut the leek into 2-inch pieces. Set aside.
  3. In a pot over medium-high heat, combine the soaked beef short ribs, aromatics, and 10 cups of water. Bring to a boil.
  4. Skim off foam once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer uncovered for 1 hour.
  5. Add sliced radish and continue simmering for an additional 20 minutes.
  6. Discard the aromatics, add guk ganjang, salt, and minced garlic. Stir and simmer for another 10 minutes.
  7. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For added flavor, consider preparing the soup a day in advance as it tastes even better when the flavors meld together overnight.

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