Spring Cabbage (Bomdong) Miso Soup
Spring Cabbage (Bomdong) Miso Soup
A Deliciously Savory Spring Cabbage Miso Soup Made with Rice Water – Bursting with Spring Flavors!
Let’s make a hearty and flavorful miso soup using seasonal spring cabbage. This recipe uses rice water as a base, resulting in a rich and comforting taste.
Ingredients- 1 head Spring Cabbage (Bomdong)
- 1 Tbsp Miso Paste
- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 700ml Rice Water (approx. 3.5 cups)
- Pinch of Salt (to adjust seasoning)
- 1 handful Green Onions
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
How to Make Spring Cabbage Miso Soup: Here’s a golden recipe for making a delicious spring cabbage miso soup. Let this savory soup, filled with the freshness of spring, tantalize your taste buds!
Step 2
First, wash the spring cabbage thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or dust between the leaves. Once cleaned, cut the cabbage into bite-sized pieces, about 3-4 cm wide. This preparation ensures the flavors infuse well into the soup and provides a pleasant texture.
Step 3
Pour 700ml of rice water into a pot. Add 1 tablespoon of miso paste to the rice water. It’s best to dissolve the miso paste completely in the rice water before heating to ensure it blends smoothly.
Step 4
Next, add 1 tablespoon of gochujang (Korean chili paste). Combining miso paste and gochujang creates a deeper, richer umami flavor.
Step 5
Finally, add 1 tablespoon of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) and stir well to combine all the seasonings in the rice water. Dissolving the ingredients thoroughly before boiling prevents clumps and results in a clean-tasting soup. Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning with a pinch of salt if needed. (The amount of salt may vary depending on the saltiness of your miso paste and gochujang, so it’s best to add it gradually.)
Step 6
Once the seasoned rice water mixture comes to a boil, add the pre-cut spring cabbage. It’s important to cook it just until the cabbage softens and wilts slightly. Avoid boiling for too long, as this can diminish the fresh taste and texture of the spring cabbage.
Step 7
When the spring cabbage is cooked to your liking, add a handful of chopped green onions and let it simmer for another moment. The refreshing aroma of the green onions will infuse into the soup, completing your delicious spring cabbage miso soup. Enjoy it piping hot!
