Hearty Beef and Seaweed Soup (Miyeok-guk)
Hearty Beef and Seaweed Soup (Miyeok-guk)
Easy and Simple Korean Soup: Classic Beef Miyeok-guk
Learn how to make a delicious and comforting Korean Beef Miyeok-guk (seaweed soup). This recipe is straightforward and results in a rich, flavorful broth that pairs perfectly with a bowl of freshly steamed rice. We’ll share a special tip to make your soup extra tender and savory!
Main Ingredients- Beef (for soup), 230g
- Dried seaweed (cut), 20g
Seasoning & Broth- Sesame oil, 2 Tbsp
- Fish sauce (or anchovy sauce), 2 Tbsp
- Salt (for stir-frying), 0.5 Tbsp (adjust to taste)
- Water, 2L
- Sesame oil, 2 Tbsp
- Fish sauce (or anchovy sauce), 2 Tbsp
- Salt (for stir-frying), 0.5 Tbsp (adjust to taste)
- Water, 2L
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, soak the dried seaweed (20g) in cold water for about 20-30 minutes until fully rehydrated. Once softened, rinse the seaweed thoroughly, squeeze out excess water, and cut it into bite-sized pieces (about 3-4 cm long).
Step 2
Pat the beef (230g) dry with paper towels to remove any excess blood. Place the beef in a pot and add 2 tablespoons of sesame oil. Stir-fry over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes, until the beef is browned and no longer pink. This step helps to remove any gamey smell and enhance the broth’s flavor.
Step 3
Once the beef is partially cooked, add the rehydrated seaweed to the pot. Stir in 2 tablespoons of fish sauce and 0.5 tablespoon of salt (or use soy sauce/other seafood sauce). Continue to stir-fry for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the seaweed to soften and the seasonings to be well absorbed by both the beef and seaweed. Thoroughly stir-frying the seaweed is key to a deep and delicious soup.
Step 4
Pour 2 liters of water into the pot with the stir-fried ingredients. Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium, cover the pot, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes. This allows the seaweed and beef to become very tender and the flavors to meld beautifully. Cooking until the broth becomes slightly milky is a good sign.
Step 5
Finally, taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt, soy sauce, or fish sauce if needed, according to your preference. Bring the soup to a final simmer for a minute. Serve hot and enjoy your comforting and flavorful Beef Miyeok-guk! Perfect for dipping rice into.
