Rich and Hearty Beef Bone Broth Tteok Mandu Guk
Rich and Hearty Beef Bone Broth Tteok Mandu Guk
An Easy Recipe for Tteok Mandu Guk Using Flavorful Beef Bone Broth
This is the perfect recipe for when you’re craving a warm and satisfying soup. It’s especially convenient because you can make it easily using pre-made beef bone broth, infusing it with a deep, rich flavor.
Main Ingredients- 400g Tteokguk rice cakes
- 4 meat dumplings
- 500g commercial beef bone broth
- 200g beef brisket (or shank)
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 stalk green onion
Seasonings & Other Ingredients- 1 Tbsp tuna extract
- 1 Tbsp soup soy sauce
- Pinch of salt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (approx. 1 Tbsp)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp tuna extract
- 1 Tbsp soup soy sauce
- Pinch of salt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (approx. 1 Tbsp)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Rinse the tteokguk rice cakes under running water 2-3 times and drain them. Soak the rinsed rice cakes in cold water for about 30 minutes. This soaking process will make the rice cakes soft and chewy, enhancing their texture.
Step 2
Pat the beef brisket (or shank) dry with paper towels to remove any excess blood. Removing the blood will ensure a clearer and cleaner tasting broth.
Step 3
Slice the beef into bite-sized pieces, cutting against the grain. Slicing against the grain makes the meat more tender and enjoyable to eat.
Step 4
Cut the beef pieces to about the size of your knuckle. This size is good for even cooking and a pleasant chew.
Step 5
In a pot, add the sliced beef and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.
Step 6
Add 3 cloves of minced garlic (about 1 tablespoon). The garlic will infuse the beef with its aromatic flavor as it cooks.
Step 7
Stir-fry the beef over medium-low heat for about 2-3 minutes, until the surface changes color to white. This step sears the meat, locking in its juices and flavor.
Step 8
Once the beef is seared, pour in the 500g of pre-made beef bone broth. This broth forms the rich base of the soup.
Step 9
To enhance the umami flavor, add 1 tablespoon of tuna extract and 1 tablespoon of soup soy sauce. Tuna extract provides a deep savory taste without needing additional seasonings, making it highly recommended. Adjust with salt to your preference.
Step 10
Once the broth comes to a boil, drain the soaked rice cakes and add them to the pot. Let it simmer for another 3-5 minutes, or until the rice cakes are tender.
Step 11
When the rice cakes are partially cooked, add the 4 meat dumplings. Continue to simmer for a few more minutes until the dumplings are heated through. This combination creates a delicious tteok mandu soup.
Step 12
Finally, add the thinly sliced green onion (about 1/2 stalk) to the pot and simmer briefly. The fresh aroma of the green onion will further enrich the soup’s flavor.
Step 13
For the egg garnish, beat 2 eggs and cook them into thin omelets. Use low heat and a lightly oiled pan to prevent burning and create beautiful, thin egg crepes.
Step 14
Once the egg crepes have cooled slightly, roll them up tightly and then slice them thinly into strips. This makes them easier to garnish the soup with.
Step 15
Ladle the hot tteok mandu guk into serving bowls. Top with the thinly sliced egg garnish. Enjoy your delicious and comforting soup!
