Refreshing and Savory Dock (Daikon Greens) Soybean Paste Soup
Refreshing and Savory Dock (Daikon Greens) Soybean Paste Soup
A Simple and Healthy Dock Soup: Quick and Delicious Recipe for a Refreshing Meal
This simple yet healthy dock soybean paste soup is perfect for when you want a light and refreshing meal. The savory broth combined with the tender dock greens offers a delightful flavor that revitalizes your senses. Easy to make and wonderfully comforting!
Main Ingredients- 6 leaves of fresh dock greens (Ggaetri)
- 1/2 block of firm tofu
- 1/2 Cheongyang chili pepper (optional, for a hint of spice)
- 1/4 stalk of green onion
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all the ingredients for your delicious dock soybean paste soup. Wash the dock greens thoroughly, and dice the tofu, chili pepper, and green onion into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2
Rinse the fresh dock greens multiple times under running water to remove any dirt or grit. Tip: Soaking the washed greens in a bowl of cold water with a few drops of vinegar for about 5 minutes can help remove any remaining impurities. Trim any tough ends from the stems of the clean dock greens, and then chop both the leaves and stems into roughly 2cm (about 1 inch) pieces.
Step 3
Pour the prepared stock (500ml) into a pot and bring it to a boil over high heat. Once the stock is boiling vigorously, place the soybean paste in a fine-mesh sieve and dissolve it into the boiling stock, ensuring there are no clumps. Let the broth simmer for another moment after the paste is dissolved. Add the chopped dock greens to the simmering broth, then reduce the heat to medium and let it cook for about 10 minutes until the greens are tender. Once the dock greens are softened, stir in the minced garlic (1/2 Tbsp) for added aroma and flavor.
Step 4
Finally, add the chopped green onions and diced tofu to the soup, and let it simmer for a short while longer. As the saltiness of soybean paste can vary between brands, taste the soup and adjust the seasoning. You can add a little more soybean paste or a pinch of salt if needed. This simple process creates a wonderfully savory and refreshing dock soybean paste soup. It’s much easier than you might think!
Step 5
Your dock soybean paste soup is now ready! The rich, savory soybean paste broth combined with the fresh, tender dock greens creates a wonderfully refreshing and clean taste that’s incredibly satisfying. This soup is highly recommended for its delightful flavor and invigorating qualities, perfect for any time of day, especially when you need a comforting and healthy meal.
