Description
This hearty Korean Winter Soup features tender beef brisket simmered with a flavorful blend of soy sauce, gochujang, and gochugaru, combined with fresh vegetables like napa cabbage, daikon radish, and tofu. Finished with fragrant sesame oil and sautéed green onions, this warming soup is perfect for chilly days and is traditionally served with steamed white rice.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Broth
- 1 pound beef brisket, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 8 cups water
Seasonings and Sauces
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Korean red pepper paste (gochujang)
- 1 tablespoon Korean red pepper powder (gochugaru)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Vegetables and Tofu
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cups napa cabbage, sliced
- 1 block (14 oz) firm tofu, cubed
- 1 cup daikon radish, sliced
Finishing Touches
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
To Serve
- Cooked white rice, for serving
Instructions
- Simmer the Beef: In a large pot, add the beef brisket and water. Bring it to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for about 30 minutes until the beef becomes tender.
- Skim the Broth: Carefully skim off any impurities that rise to the surface during simmering to ensure a clear soup broth.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in the soy sauce, Korean red pepper paste (gochujang), Korean red pepper powder (gochugaru), and minced garlic into the pot. Mix well to blend all the flavors.
- Add Vegetables and Tofu: Add the chopped onion, sliced napa cabbage, cubed tofu, and sliced daikon radish to the pot. Continue to simmer the soup for another 20 minutes to allow the vegetables to soften and flavors to meld.
- Sauté Green Onions: While the soup simmers, heat sesame oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add the sliced green onions and sauté until fragrant. Then, stir this aromatic mixture into the soup.
- Season to Taste: Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as needed. Adjust the seasoning to your preference.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve alongside steamed white rice for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Skimming impurities is key for a clear and appealing broth.
- You can adjust the level of spiciness by varying the amount of gochujang and gochugaru.
- To make the soup more hearty, add additional vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini as desired.
- Firm tofu works best for maintaining shape in this soup, but you can also use silken tofu for a softer texture.
