Hearty and Flavorful Beef Doenjang Guk (Korean Soybean Paste Stew)
How to Make Delicious Beef Doenjang Guk | Super Simple Recipe
On chilly days, a warm bowl of soup is all you need to make a meal perfect! Today, we’ve prepared a savory beef and soybean paste stew, a staple comfort food. It pairs wonderfully with a few side dishes for a satisfying meal.
Main Ingredients
- 100g Beef (stewing cut)
- 1/6 Onion
- 1 handful Napa Cabbage leaves (approx. 3-4 leaves)
- 1/2 stalk Green Onion
- 150g Tofu (about 1/2 block)
Seasoning & Aromatics
- 3 Tbsp Doenjang (Korean soybean paste)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 3 Tbsp Doenjang (Korean soybean paste)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Start by placing the 100g of beef (stewing cut) in a pot. Add enough water to cover the beef, and then dissolve 3 tablespoons of doenjang into the water. Ensure there are no lumps for a smooth base.
Step 2
Prepare your vegetables. Cut the napa cabbage leaves into bite-sized pieces. Slice the onion into thick strips. Chop the green onion diagonally.
Step 3
Once the doenjang mixture begins to boil, add a little more water and bring it back to a boil. This helps to cook off any raw flavors from the doenjang. Let it simmer until the broth becomes fragrant and rich.
Step 4
When the broth is at a rolling boil, add all the prepared napa cabbage, onion, and green onion. This will allow the natural sweetness and refreshing flavors of the vegetables to infuse into the stew.
Step 5
To add a spicy kick and enhance the flavor, stir in 1 tablespoon of gochugaru and 1 tablespoon of minced garlic. This combination brings out the characteristic savory and slightly spicy taste of doenjang guk.
Step 6
With all ingredients added, bring the stew to a boil over high heat. Cooking on high heat initially helps to quickly bring out the flavors of the ingredients.
Step 7
Once the beef is partially cooked, carefully remove it from the pot. Cut it into bite-sized pieces and return it to the pot. This step ensures the beef remains tender and adds more depth to the broth.
Step 8
Cut the tofu into cubes and add it to the pot. Gently stir to avoid breaking the tofu and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Step 9
Ladle the delicious beef doenjang guk into bowls. Serve hot with a bowl of rice for a perfectly comforting and satisfying meal!
