Spicy and Refreshing Beef and Radish Soup with Bean Sprouts
Spicy and Refreshing Beef and Radish Soup with Bean Sprouts
Gyeongsang-style Beef and Radish Soup with Bean Sprouts: A Spicy and Deep Flavor to Fill Your Dinner Table
On days when you crave a warm soup, awaken your appetite with this Gyeongsang-style Beef and Radish Soup with Bean Sprouts, which boasts a refreshingly spicy and deep flavor. The hearty beef and crisp bean sprouts come together to create a rich taste.
Main Ingredients- Beef brisket 400g
- Bean sprouts 150g
- Radish 120g
- King oyster mushroom 1
- Onion 1/2
- Water 1.5L
Seasonings and Condiments- Red pepper powder 2 Tbsp
- Soy sauce for soup 1.5 Tbsp
- Fish sauce 1 Tbsp
- Doenjang (fermented soybean paste) 2 tsp
- Minced garlic 0.5 Tbsp
- Cooking wine 2 Tbsp
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Red pepper powder 2 Tbsp
- Soy sauce for soup 1.5 Tbsp
- Fish sauce 1 Tbsp
- Doenjang (fermented soybean paste) 2 tsp
- Minced garlic 0.5 Tbsp
- Cooking wine 2 Tbsp
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all the ingredients needed for the soup. Washing and trimming them beforehand will save you time during cooking.
Step 2
Slice the beef brisket into bite-sized pieces. Thoroughly pat dry any blood with kitchen towels to ensure a clean broth flavor.
Step 3
Slice the radish into thin, flat pieces or cubes. Slice the king oyster mushroom and onion into similar sizes. (You can also add green onions if you prefer.)
Step 4
In a heated pot, add the sliced radish, beef, red pepper powder, and soy sauce for soup. Add about 3 tablespoons of water. Sautéing with these initial seasonings will infuse the beef with flavor, creating a deeper taste.
Step 5
Sauté over medium heat for about 3 minutes, or until the beef changes color and the radish becomes slightly translucent. Then, pour in the 1.5L of water and bring to a boil over high heat.
Step 6
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium, cover the pot, and simmer for about 10 minutes. This step allows the deep flavors from the beef and radish to infuse into the broth.
Step 7
Now it’s time to add the seasonings that will enhance the soup’s umami. Add the fish sauce, doenjang, minced garlic, and cooking wine. Cover again and simmer for another 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Step 8
Finally, add the king oyster mushrooms, onions, and fresh bean sprouts. At this stage, keep the lid open and simmer for about 5 more minutes. This helps the bean sprouts retain their crisp texture. Overcooking will make them mushy.
Step 9
Taste the soup and season with salt if needed. Finish with a dash of pepper to enhance the aroma and flavor.
Step 10
Simmer briefly one last time, and your Gyeongsang-style spicy and refreshing Beef and Radish Soup with Bean Sprouts is complete! Enjoy a hearty meal with a warm bowl of rice.
