Comforting Napa Cabbage Soybean Paste Soup
Comforting Napa Cabbage Soybean Paste Soup
Easy Morning Meal: How to Make Napa Cabbage Doenjang Guk
This recipe for Napa cabbage doenjang guk (soybean paste soup) is light, refreshing, and made with minimal ingredients. It’s so simple to prepare, making it perfect for a quick and satisfying breakfast on busy mornings. Start your day with a hearty bowl of this delicious soup!
Main Ingredients- 700ml Anchovy and Kelp Broth
- 120g Young Napa Cabbage (approx. 1/4 head)
- 160g Tofu (approx. 1/2 block)
- 120g Zucchini (approx. 1/4 medium)
- 1 Tbsp Commercial Doenjang (Soybean Paste)
- 1/2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1/2 stalk Scallion
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 700ml of broth made from anchovies and kelp. If you don’t have homemade broth, using store-bought broth is also a good option.
Step 2
Place 1 tablespoon of doenjang in a fine-mesh sieve and gently dissolve it in a little water until smooth. This technique ensures the soybean paste mixes evenly into the soup without clumping.
Step 3
Wash 120g of young Napa cabbage thoroughly under running water. Chop it into bite-sized pieces, about 2-3cm. It’s good to use a mix of the white and green parts.
Step 4
Pour the prepared broth into a pot and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, add the chopped young Napa cabbage. When the cabbage begins to soften slightly, add 120g of zucchini, also cut into similar bite-sized pieces, and continue to cook.
Step 5
Cut 160g of tofu into cubes of about 1.5-2cm. Add the cubed tofu to the pot and let it simmer until the ingredients are well combined in the broth.
Step 6
Add 1/2 tablespoon of minced garlic to enhance the flavor of the doenjang guk. Be mindful not to add too much garlic, as it can make the soup cloudy; a moderate amount is best.
Step 7
Finally, slice 1/2 stalk of scallion diagonally and add it to the soup. Let it simmer for another moment until the fresh aroma of the scallions is released. Turn off the heat to finish.
Step 8
Enjoy this simply made, clear Napa cabbage doenjang guk while it’s warm! Its light and refreshing taste will make for a hearty meal alongside rice. Enjoy your delicious soup!
