Napa Cabbage and Dried Shrimp Miso Soup
A Hearty and Refreshing Miso Soup with Napa Cabbage and Dried Shrimp for Breakfast
Let’s make a delicious and savory miso soup using tender Napa cabbage and dried shrimp. This soup gets its deep umami flavor from the dried shrimp, making it incredibly satisfying even without a separate broth. It’s a simple yet hearty dish that will enrich your breakfast table.
Soup Ingredients- 1 head Napa Cabbage (Albaegi variety)
- 1 cup Dried Shrimp (approx. 30g)
- 2 Tbsp Miso Paste
- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1/2 tsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 800ml Water
- 1/2 cup Scallions, chopped
- Pinch of Salt (optional)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start making a delicious and savory Napa Cabbage and Dried Shrimp Miso Soup right now!
Step 2
In a pot, add 800ml of water and 1 cup of dried shrimp. The dried shrimp will add a wonderful, refreshing umami to the broth. Next, add 2 Tbsp of miso paste, 1 Tbsp of gochujang, 1/2 tsp of sugar, and 1 Tbsp of gochugaru. Stir well to dissolve the pastes and seasonings. If the soup isn’t salty enough, you can adjust with a pinch of salt. Ensure all the seasonings are well combined.
Step 3
Once the soup comes to a rolling boil, add the prepared Napa cabbage and chopped scallions. Let it simmer for another 3-5 minutes, or until the cabbage becomes tender and the soup boils up again. Keep an eye on the cabbage to ensure it doesn’t become too mushy.
Step 4
And there you have it! A wonderfully savory and refreshing Napa Cabbage and Dried Shrimp Miso Soup is ready. Enjoy this hearty soup with a warm bowl of rice for a satisfying breakfast.
