Hearty and Flavorful Beef Seaweed Soup: The Golden Recipe
How to Make Delicious Beef Seaweed Soup, a Nourishing Broth Dish
Introducing the golden recipe for Beef Seaweed Soup, a Korean soul food with deep, rich flavors. This hearty soup, featuring tender beef and chewy seaweed, is perfect not just for birthdays but also for any day of the year. Make it with plenty of ingredients so it feels like a complete meal, even without rice. A warm bowl of soup is always welcome for breakfast! The best recipe is one that your family enjoys, more than any set guideline. Enjoy this delicious, homemade soup!
Ingredients
- Beef (brisket recommended) 150g
- Dried, cut seaweed 20g
- Concentrated broth cubes 2
Seasoning & Broth
- Korean soy sauce for soup 2 Tbsp
- Fish sauce (optional, for enhanced umami) 1 Tbsp
- Minced garlic 1 Tbsp
- Sesame oil 2 Tbsp
- Water 1200ml (approx. 6 cups)
- Korean soy sauce for soup 2 Tbsp
- Fish sauce (optional, for enhanced umami) 1 Tbsp
- Minced garlic 1 Tbsp
- Sesame oil 2 Tbsp
- Water 1200ml (approx. 6 cups)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start by talking about seaweed. Known as the ‘vegetable of the sea,’ seaweed is rich in calcium, making it excellent for strengthening bones. It’s particularly high in iodine, which is beneficial for postpartum recovery. When choosing seaweed, look for pieces that are deep green, glossy, elastic, and thick. It’s a low-calorie, low-fat food packed with dietary fiber, promoting a feeling of fullness and aiding digestion to prevent constipation.
Step 2
For today’s soup, I’ve chosen beef brisket, which is tender and has less blood. I’m using leftover cut seaweed from a previous dish. To save time, instead of making broth from scratch, I’ll be using two concentrated broth cubes.
Step 3
Soak the dried, cut seaweed in cold water for about 10-20 minutes. Avoid soaking for too long, as it can diminish the seaweed’s natural flavor. After about 10 minutes, gently rub and rinse the seaweed thoroughly. I like a lot of ingredients in my soup, so I’m using 20g of seaweed. For the beef, cut it into bite-sized pieces and pat dry with paper towels to remove any excess blood.
Step 4
Rinse the soaked seaweed, squeeze out the excess water, and set it aside. Washing away the slimy coating on the seaweed is crucial for a clean and delicious broth. The beef has had its blood removed, and we’ll be using broth cubes, so no separate broth preparation is needed.
Step 5
Heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the beef (blood removed) and stir-fry. Add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic to enhance the aroma. The savory garlic scent will add depth to the flavor.
Step 6
Once the beef is partially cooked, add the soaked seaweed and continue to stir-fry. Pour in 2 tablespoons of Korean soy sauce for soup and stir-fry until the ingredients are seasoned and lightly toasted, being careful not to burn them. This sautéing step significantly deepens the ingredients’ umami.
Step 7
After stir-frying the beef and seaweed, add 1200ml of water and the two concentrated broth cubes. The cubes will dissolve, infusing the soup with a rich broth flavor.
Step 8
Once the soup comes to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the beef and seaweed are tender. Check the tenderness of the ingredients. Taste the soup and if it needs more flavor, add 1 tablespoon of fish sauce to enhance the umami and adjust the seasoning perfectly. Fish sauce adds a different kind of depth compared to soy sauce.
Step 9
And there you have it! A deliciously tender and savory Beef Seaweed Soup is ready. It will be a hearty and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Step 10
This is a seaweed soup recipe I make often and absolutely love. It’s perfect for enjoying anytime, not just on birthdays. My secret is to add plenty of ingredients so it feels like a complete meal, even without rice. This time, I reduced the amount of broth slightly and added even more ingredients for an extra hearty soup. It’s perfect for a satisfying breakfast.
Step 11
In cooking, I believe a ‘golden recipe’ isn’t about strict rules. The best recipe is one that makes your family happy and satisfied! I hope this Beef Seaweed Soup, which is always delicious, becomes a ‘golden recipe’ on your table too. Enjoy your meal!
