Fantastic Fish Cake Soup with a Deep, Refreshing Broth
How to Make Delicious Fish Cake Soup with Radish for a Refreshing Broth
As the chilly weather calls for warm, comforting soup, why not try making this delightful fish cake soup at home? Stocking up on various fish cakes from the market means you can enjoy this hearty dish anytime. While kids love kimchi fish cake soup, this clear, refreshing broth offers a different, yet equally amazing, flavor profile that adults will adore. I intended to make a simple soup, but my children, after just a taste of the broth, were so impressed they devoured it! The secret lies in the deep, refreshing broth.
Main Ingredients- Assorted fish cakes (e.g., flat, rolled) – sufficient quantity
- 1 red chili pepper (for color and a hint of spice)
- A few scallions (for garnish)
- 1/2 stalk of leek (sliced thinly)
- 1000ml Basic Broth (approx. 5 cups)
- 3 Tbsp Soy Sauce for Soup (for seasoning)
- 2 Tbsp Cooking Wine (like Mirin – to remove fishy smell and add umami)
- Pinch of Salt (for final taste adjustment)
- Pinch of Black Pepper (for enhanced aroma)
Refreshing Broth Ingredients- 1 handful Dried Anchovies (for broth, guts removed)
- 2 sheets Dried Kelp (Kombu, about 5x5cm)
- 1 handful Dried Shrimp (for added umami)
- 3 Dried Anchovy Variants (Ddeori/Benzari – secret to a refreshing taste)
- 1/4 Korean Radish (cut into chunks)
- 1 handful Dried Anchovies (for broth, guts removed)
- 2 sheets Dried Kelp (Kombu, about 5x5cm)
- 1 handful Dried Shrimp (for added umami)
- 3 Dried Anchovy Variants (Ddeori/Benzari – secret to a refreshing taste)
- 1/4 Korean Radish (cut into chunks)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s make the refreshing broth that is key to this fish cake soup. In a pot, add 1000ml of water. Include the dried anchovies (guts removed), kelp, dried shrimp, dried anchovy variants, and chunks of Korean radish. These ingredients will combine to create a deep and clean broth flavor.
Step 2
Prepare your assorted fish cakes. Feel free to use whatever fish cakes you have in your fridge or freezer. Cut them into bite-sized pieces, suitable for children and adults, and thread them onto skewers. Using various shapes of fish cakes on skewers makes it visually appealing and fun to choose from.
Step 3
The process of skewering different types of fish cakes is enjoyable in itself. It makes you happily ponder which one to eat first. Making this with children can also create wonderful memories.
Step 4
For the flat fish cakes, cut them in half and then thread them onto the skewer with a slight twist. This helps prevent the fish cakes from sliding off the skewer while cooking, keeping them securely in place and maintaining their shape.
Step 5
Simmer the broth until it’s well-infused with flavor and the radish is tender (about 30 minutes). Once the broth is ready, strain it through a sieve to remove all the solids (anchovies, kelp, dried anchovy variants, dried shrimp), leaving a clear broth. You can leave the radish in the pot.
Step 6
To the clear broth, add 3 tablespoons of soy sauce for soup to establish a basic seasoning. Then, add 2 tablespoons of cooking wine (like Mirin). Cooking wine helps to eliminate any fishy odors and adds a layer of umami to the soup.
Step 7
Carefully place the prepared fish cake skewers into the clear broth. Let them simmer gently until the fish cakes are cooked and absorb the flavors of the broth.
Step 8
Continue to simmer for another 10-15 minutes after adding the fish cake skewers, allowing the fish cakes to fully absorb the broth’s deliciousness. Add thinly sliced leeks and some large pieces of seeded red chili pepper for color. Finally, sprinkle a pinch of black pepper over the top for a wonderfully refreshing and slightly spicy fish cake soup!
Step 9
Garnish with the thinly sliced scallions for an even more appetizing look. The vibrant red of the chili peppers and the fresh green of the scallions beautifully complement the soup.
Step 10
These colorful and flavorful fish cakes, infused with the delicious broth, are absolutely heavenly! Even though the children said they were full after eating an early dinner, they couldn’t resist coming back for more of the delicious broth and fish cakes. It truly was a successful and delightful choice! Enjoy your meal with this warm, comforting soup!
