Korean Style Seaweed Soup
Dive into the soothing comfort of Korean Style Seaweed Soup (Miyeokguk), a nourishing and flavorful dish steeped in tradition and packed with health benefits. This classic Korean recipe features tender strips of beef, delicate wakame seaweed, and fragrant sesame oil, all simmered together in a light and savory broth. Perfect for any occasion, this soup is not only a popular choice for birthdays and postpartum recovery but also a wholesome, everyday meal. Quick and easy to prepare, it requires just 10 minutes of prep time and a handful of pantry staples like garlic, soy sauce, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Serve this warm, umami-rich soup alongside steamed rice for a perfectly balanced, soul-satisfying Korean feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried seaweed (wakame)
- 150 grams beef (flank steak or brisket)
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 3 units garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 6 cups water
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
Instructions
Soak the dried seaweed in a bowl of cold water for 10 minutes or until softened. Drain and rinse thoroughly, then chop into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
Cut the beef into thin strips, about 1-2 inches long.
In a large soup pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the beef strips to the pot and cook while stirring until browned, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the soaked and chopped seaweed to the pot. Stir well to combine with the beef and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Pour in the water and bring the soup to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
Season the soup with soy sauce, salt, and ground black pepper to taste. Stir well and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Serve the seaweed soup hot, accompanied by rice or other side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1778 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.1 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.0 g | 85% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 24291 mg | 1056% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 242.3 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 100.5 g | 359% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 111.5 g | 223% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3876 mg | 298% | |
| Iron | 59.6 mg | 331% | |
| Potassium | 1804 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
