Clear and Hearty Dried Pollock Soup (Hwangtae Guk)
Enjoy a Refreshing Hwangtae Guk! Perfect for Hangover Relief ♡
The broth is milky white and rich 🙂
Main Ingredients- 300g Dried Pollock (Hwangtae)
- 2 handfuls of Radish (approx. 200g)
- 1 handful of Green Onion (approx. 50g)
- 2 Eggs
- 2 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 500ml + 700ml Water
Seasoning- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce for Soup (Guk-ganjang)
- 1.5 Tbsp Salted Shrimp (Saeu-jeot)
- 1/2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce for Soup (Guk-ganjang)
- 1.5 Tbsp Salted Shrimp (Saeu-jeot)
- 1/2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
(Preparation) – Soak the dried pollock in 500ml of water for a moment until softened. Then, gently squeeze out excess water and set aside. This step removes any gamey odor and ensures a tender texture. – Slice the radish into fan shapes or bite-sized pieces, about 0.5cm thick. – Chop the green onion finely. – Lightly beat the 2 eggs in a separate bowl.
Step 2
Heat a pot over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of sesame oil. Add the rehydrated dried pollock and stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes, being careful not to burn it. Once the pollock becomes fragrant, add the sliced radish and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the radish turns slightly translucent. This sautéing process deepens the flavors of both the pollock and radish.
Step 3
Pour the soaking water from the pollock (500ml) along with an additional 700ml of water into the pot. Add 1 tablespoon of soup soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon of minced garlic, and 1.5 tablespoons of salted shrimp. Bring the soup to a boil over high heat. Salted shrimp adds a wonderful umami depth to the broth, so it’s recommended. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Step 4
When the soup has simmered and the flavors have developed, slowly drizzle the beaten eggs around the edge of the pot. Let the egg cook undisturbed until it sets. Then, gently stir the soup and add the chopped green onions. Simmer for another minute. Your delicious and refreshing Hwangtae Guk is ready to be served! You can adjust seasoning with salt if needed.