Spicy Kimchi Fish Cake Soup: A Hearty Meal for One!
Simple Kimchi Fish Cake Soup Recipe
With just kimchi and fish cakes from your fridge, you can whip up this delicious Kimchi Fish Cake Soup in no time! Its spicy and refreshing broth is truly exceptional, and it’s perfect for a satisfying solo meal or even as a hangover cure.
Main Ingredients
- 1 package fish cakes (choose your favorite type)
- 100g well-fermented kimchi (including a little juice)
- 1 stalk green onion
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Before you begin cooking, please prepare all the ingredients for your Kimchi Fish Cake Soup. Having fresh ingredients ready is the first step to a delicious meal!
Step 2
Cut the kimchi into bite-sized pieces. If they are too small, you’ll lose the satisfying chew, and if they are too large, the broth might not infuse well. If you have kimchi juice, prepare a little bit of it along with the kimchi.
Step 3
Wash the green onion thoroughly and then slice it diagonally for an appealing look. The mild sweetness of the green onion will add more depth to the broth.
Step 4
Slice the fish cakes to a similar size as the kimchi. Briefly blanch them in boiling water – this ‘shower’ helps remove excess oil and any undesirable additives, resulting in a cleaner, more refined flavor.
Step 5
Heat a pot over medium heat and add the perilla oil. Sauté the sliced kimchi until it starts to soften. Once the kimchi is tender, add the brown sugar and red pepper flakes, and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes. This process awakens the kimchi’s savory notes and deepens the broth’s flavor.
Step 6
Pour in the broth made by boiling the stock pack for 10 minutes. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to medium-low, simmering for about 10 minutes. Then, add the sliced fish cakes and soup soy sauce, and simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the fish cakes to absorb the flavorful broth.
Step 7
Now, add the tuna extract to enhance the broth’s richness, and stir in the minced garlic for a refreshing taste. Finally, taste the soup and add a pinch of salt if needed to reach your desired seasoning. It’s best to add soy sauce and salt gradually while tasting.
Step 8
Add the sliced green onions and bring the soup to a boil for just a moment. Once the fragrant aroma of the green onions fills the air, turn off the heat. Your delicious Kimchi Fish Cake Soup is now ready!
Step 9
The spicy yet refreshingly clear broth is so satisfying, making this Kimchi Fish Cake Soup an excellent choice for a hangover cure. Enjoy it with a bowl of rice for a truly comforting meal!
