Spicy and Refreshing Kimchi Bean Sprout and Fish Cake Soup
Spicy and Refreshing Kimchi Bean Sprout and Fish Cake Soup
Super Easy Recipe for a Deliciously Spicy and Refreshing Kimchi Bean Sprout Fish Cake Soup, Perfect for When You’ve Lost Your Appetite
This Kimchi Bean Sprout Fish Cake Soup uses simple ingredients and an easy cooking method, making it a dish anyone can whip up. But don’t let the simplicity fool you – it’s incredibly delicious! It’s the perfect go-to soup for recovering from a night of drinking or when you just don’t have an appetite. Serve it with a hearty bowl of rice for a satisfying meal. ^^
Main Ingredients- 200g Bean Sprouts
- 3 sheets Kimchi (large leaves)
- 2 sheets Fish Cake (e.g., Eomuk)
- 1 Green Onion
- 1L Broth (or 1L water with 3-4 bouillon cubes)
Seasoning Ingredients- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- 2-3 Tbsp Guk-ganjang (Korean soup soy sauce)
- 1 Tbsp Fish Sauce (e.g., Anchovy or Tuna extract)
- 1/2 Tbsp Salt (for final seasoning adjustment)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- 2-3 Tbsp Guk-ganjang (Korean soup soy sauce)
- 1 Tbsp Fish Sauce (e.g., Anchovy or Tuna extract)
- 1/2 Tbsp Salt (for final seasoning adjustment)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, pour 1 liter of broth or water into a pot. Add 3-4 bouillon cubes. (If you are using pre-made broth, adding just one bouillon cube can enhance the savory flavor.) Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
Step 2
While the broth is heating up, prepare the other ingredients. Slice the fish cakes into bite-sized pieces – avoid slicing them too thinly so they retain a pleasant chewy texture. Slice the green onion diagonally.
Step 3
Once the broth is at a rolling boil, add the thoroughly rinsed bean sprouts and the chopped kimchi. Stir in 1 tablespoon of gochugaru to give the soup its signature spicy color and flavor. Let it boil.
Step 4
After the soup returns to a boil with the bean sprouts and kimchi, reduce the heat to medium-low. Add 1 tablespoon of fish sauce and 2-3 tablespoons of guk-ganjang. Let it simmer gently for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully into the broth.
Step 5
Now, add the sliced fish cakes and green onions to the pot. Let it boil for another minute or two until they are heated through. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with about 1/2 tablespoon of salt if needed. Be careful not to add too much salt at once; season to your preference.
Step 6
Your delicious Kimchi Bean Sprout Fish Cake Soup, featuring a wonderful balance of savory bean sprouts, tangy kimchi, and chewy fish cakes, is ready! Enjoy your meal! ^^
