Rich and Savory Beef and Seaweed Soup
[Baek Jong-won’s Recipe] Deep Flavored Beef and Seaweed Soup: A Birthday Soup, Richer When Simmered Long, the Ultimate Nourishment!
Hello everyone! As the autumn season deepens, I’ve prepared a special beef and seaweed soup to celebrate my daughter’s birthday. Seaweed is not only great for dieting but also excellent for relieving constipation and expelling waste after childbirth. It’s a nutritious dish perfect for birthdays and everyday meals. A good seaweed soup needs to be simmered well! When simmered for a long time, the rich broth feels like drinking a nourishing tonic. Shall we make delicious beef and seaweed soup together today?
Main Ingredients
- Beef (for soup) 300g
- Dried seaweed 100g (approx. 700g when rehydrated)
- Rice water 2L
Seasoning & Aromatics
- Minced garlic 2 Tbsp
- Soy sauce for soup 2 Tbsp
- Fish sauce (anchovy or tuna) 1 Tbsp
- Sesame oil 2 Tbsp
- Minced garlic 2 Tbsp
- Soy sauce for soup 2 Tbsp
- Fish sauce (anchovy or tuna) 1 Tbsp
- Sesame oil 2 Tbsp
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Before starting, prepare your rehydrated dried seaweed, beef, and rice water. It’s best to soak the dried seaweed in cold water beforehand.
Step 2
Place the dried seaweed in cold water and soak for about 20 minutes until fully rehydrated. Rinse the soaked seaweed several times under cold water to remove any impurities.
Step 3
Drain the cleaned seaweed thoroughly in a colander. Then, cut it into bite-sized pieces (about 3-4 cm). Using pre-cut seaweed can save you time during cooking.
Step 4
Lightly rinse the beef under cold water to remove any blood. Pat the beef dry with paper towels after draining any excess water.
Step 5
In a deep pot, heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil over medium heat. Add the drained beef and minced garlic, then stir-fry until fragrant and lightly browned. Sautéing with garlic enhances the flavor profile.
Step 6
Continue stir-frying the beef until it’s browned on all sides. This step helps to seal in the juices, resulting in a more tender and flavorful meat.
Step 7
Add the rehydrated seaweed to the pot and stir-fry with the beef for another 2-3 minutes. Once the seaweed turns a vibrant green, pour in the 2L of prepared rice water.
Step 8
Pour in plenty of rice water to enrich the broth’s flavor. If you don’t have rice water, you can use plain water or anchovy-kelp broth.
Step 9
Add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce for soup to season. You can start with 2 tablespoons and adjust the seasoning later to your preference.
Step 10
Add 1 tablespoon of fish sauce (anchovy or tuna) for an extra layer of umami. Fish sauce significantly enhances the depth of the soup’s flavor.
Step 11
Bring the soup to a rolling boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer gently for 10 to 20 minutes. The longer it simmers, the softer the seaweed becomes and the richer the broth’s flavor, making it even more delicious.
Step 12
Your rich, refreshing, and savory beef and seaweed soup is now ready! It’s the perfect soup to enjoy with a bowl of rice.
Step 13
Serve this hearty beef and seaweed soup with a bowl of warm rice. It’s not just filling; it’s like a nourishing tonic for your body. Enjoy your meal!
