Savory and Refreshing Napa Cabbage Soybean Paste Stew with Dried Shrimp
Baek Jong Won’s Golden Recipe: Napa Cabbage and Dried Shrimp Doenjang Guk for a Hearty Morning Broth
Let’s make a deeply savory and refreshing Napa cabbage and dried shrimp soybean paste stew. This dish is simple yet satisfying, perfect for a morning meal.
Main Ingredients- 1 head of baby Napa cabbage
- 1 cup dried shrimp (or small dried shrimp)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
We’re about to make a refreshing and savory Napa cabbage soybean paste stew. The combination of crisp baby Napa cabbage and flavorful dried shrimp is truly wonderful.
Step 2
First, add 800ml of water to a pot along with 1 cup of dried shrimp. Using dried shrimp to make the broth will result in a much deeper and more refreshing flavor. Start boiling this over high heat.
Step 3
Once the water begins to boil, dissolve 2 Tbsp of doenjang, 1 Tbsp of gochujang, 1/2 tsp of sugar, and 1 Tbsp of gochugaru into the broth. Using both doenjang and gochujang together enhances the savory and umami flavors. Sugar helps to bring out the natural sweetness of the ingredients and softens the saltiness. Taste the broth and add a little salt if necessary.
Step 4
When the broth with the dissolved seasonings starts to vigorously boil, add the pre-chopped baby Napa cabbage and the chopped green onions. To preserve the crisp texture of the Napa cabbage, cook it just until it slightly wilts, rather than boiling it for too long.
Step 5
Once the Napa cabbage and green onions are tender, your delicious Napa cabbage and dried shrimp soybean paste stew is complete! It’s perfect for enjoying with rice, and makes for a satisfying morning broth dish. Enjoy!
