Heartwarming Classic: Rich and Deep Beef Seaweed Soup (Miyeokguk)
An Easy-to-Follow Recipe for Delicious Beef Seaweed Soup
A bowl of warm beef seaweed soup, prepared with care for your beloved family and friends on birthdays or special occasions, will bring more joy than any gift. It’s as comforting as the soup mom used to make, with a deep and savory flavor that will have everyone raving! Here’s how to make a truly delicious soup with ease. Let’s get started!
Main Ingredients- 100g Korean beef for soup (e.g., brisket, chuck)
- 2 servings dried seaweed (miyeok), rehydrated (approx. 15-20g dry weight)
- 1 teaspoon (t) minced garlic
Seasonings- 2 teaspoons (t) soy sauce for soup (guk-ganjang)
- 1/2 teaspoon (t) fish sauce (e.g., anchovy or sand lance)
- 2 teaspoons (t) sesame oil
- A pinch of salt
- 2 teaspoons (t) soy sauce for soup (guk-ganjang)
- 1/2 teaspoon (t) fish sauce (e.g., anchovy or sand lance)
- 2 teaspoons (t) sesame oil
- A pinch of salt
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, heat a pot over low heat and add 2 teaspoons of sesame oil. Add the 100g of Korean beef for soup and stir-fry until all the pink color has disappeared. Sautéing the beef thoroughly will result in a deeper and nuttier broth flavor.
Step 2
Once the beef is no longer pink, add the pre-soaked seaweed and 1 teaspoon of minced garlic. Continue to stir-fry together for another 2-3 minutes. Stir-frying the seaweed along with the beef enhances its unique umami and aroma, making it even more delicious. At this stage, add 1 teaspoon of soy sauce for soup to season the ingredients, which will further deepen the flavor.
Step 3
Now, pour in 400ml of water. Add the remaining 1 teaspoon of soy sauce for soup, 1/2 teaspoon of fish sauce, and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine all ingredients well. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and let it simmer gently for at least 10 minutes. Simmering slowly allows the flavors of the seaweed and beef to fully infuse into the broth.
Step 4
After simmering for about 10 minutes, taste the broth and adjust the seasoning. If it tastes too salty, add a little more water. Conversely, if it’s too bland, add a tiny bit more salt to reach your desired taste. Heat thoroughly and enjoy this delicious soup!
