Savory Scorched Rice, Soft Tofu, and Chewy Dried Pollack Soup (Nurungji Dubu Hwangtae Guk)
Savory Scorched Rice, Soft Tofu, and Chewy Dried Pollack Soup (Nurungji Dubu Hwangtae Guk)
A Quick and Heartwarming Hangover Soup: Nurungji Dubu Hwangtae Guk
A simple yet deeply comforting soup that warms you from the inside out. This Nurungji Dubu Hwangtae Guk is perfect for a quick meal and will soothe your soul.
Ingredients- Dried Pollack (Hwangtae) 1 handful (approx. 20-30g)
- Anchovies for broth 20 fish
- Onion 1/2 (thinly sliced)
- Scorched Rice (Nurungji) 1 handful (adjust to taste)
- Soft Tofu 1/2 block (180g, diced)
Seasoning & Broth- Rice Water 600ml (water from washing rice)
- Minced Garlic 1 tsp
- Salted Shrimp (Saeu-jeot) 1 tsp (can substitute with soy sauce, adjust seasoning)
- Eggs 2 (beaten)
- Rice Water 600ml (water from washing rice)
- Minced Garlic 1 tsp
- Salted Shrimp (Saeu-jeot) 1 tsp (can substitute with soy sauce, adjust seasoning)
- Eggs 2 (beaten)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start building flavor! Lightly toast the dried pollack and anchovies in a dry pan over medium-low heat for about 40 seconds. This process removes any fishiness and enhances their savory aroma. Be careful not to burn them.
Step 2
Pour 600ml of rice water into the pan with the toasted pollack and anchovies. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook for 5 minutes. Rice water adds a smooth and rich flavor to the broth, while the anchovies contribute umami.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the diced tofu, sliced onion, scorched rice, 1 tsp of minced garlic, and 1 tsp of salted shrimp to the pot. Simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the ingredients to cook and the flavors to meld. While the soup is simmering, crack and beat 2 eggs in a separate bowl to prepare the egg wash.
Step 4
The final touch! With the soup gently simmering, slowly drizzle the beaten egg in a circular motion around the edge of the pot. The egg will cook into delicate ribbons. Turn off the heat once the egg is set and enjoy your delicious soup. For a bit of a kick, you can add finely chopped green or red chili peppers to taste.
