Korean Napa Cabbage (Eolgal-i) Soybean Paste Soup: A Simple and Hearty Recipe
Savory and Refreshing Eolgal-i Soybean Paste Soup
Here’s a simple and delicious Eolgal-i soybean paste soup recipe that you can easily make at home with just a few ingredients. It’s perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients- 1/2 cup blanched Eolgal-i (Korean Napa Cabbage)
- 1 Tbsp Doenjang (Korean soybean paste)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- 2 Tbsp Anchovy-Kelp Broth (or use dried anchovies and kelp for broth)
- 4 cups Water
- 1/2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all your ingredients. Measure out the blanched Eolgal-i, broth, and minced garlic. Make sure the Eolgal-i is washed clean. (Tip: Blanching and portioning the Eolgal-i to freeze in advance makes it very convenient to use whenever you need it!)
Step 2
Pour 4 cups of water into a pot. Add 1 tablespoon of Doenjang (soybean paste). Break up any clumps of soybean paste to ensure it dissolves smoothly in the water.
Step 3
Add 1 tablespoon of Gochugaru (Korean chili powder) to the water with the dissolved soybean paste. This will give the soup a nice color and a subtle spicy kick.
Step 4
Pour in 2 tablespoons of Anchovy-Kelp Broth for added depth of flavor. (If you don’t have pre-made broth, you can add dried anchovies and kelp to the water and boil it to make your own broth.)
Step 5
Once the broth begins to boil, add the prepared blanched Eolgal-i. It’s best to do this over medium heat rather than high heat. (Using pre-blanched and portioned Eolgal-i is very convenient.)
Step 6
After adding the Eolgal-i and bringing the soup back to a gentle boil, reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer gently for about 20 minutes. If you prefer a softer texture for your Eolgal-i, you can simmer it for a bit longer. In the final moments of cooking, add 1/2 tablespoon of minced garlic and let it simmer for just a minute more. This will infuse the soup with a wonderful garlic aroma.
Step 7
Your delicious and savory Eolgal-i soybean paste soup is now complete with ease! Enjoy it with a warm bowl of rice.
