21, Jan 2023
Simple Mandu-guk (Dumpling Soup) with Savory Anchovy Broth





Simple Mandu-guk (Dumpling Soup) with Savory Anchovy Broth

Perfect for Cold Days! Super Simple Mandu-guk Recipe, Enhanced with Delicious Anchovy Broth

Simple Mandu-guk (Dumpling Soup) with Savory Anchovy Broth

When the weather turns chilly, don’t you often crave a warm, hearty bowl of food? Introducing a mandu-guk that’s both filling and delicious, without needing many side dishes. Made with a deep and savory anchovy broth, the clear and piping hot soup is simply superb. This is an incredibly easy mandu-guk recipe using store-bought dumplings – try it now!

Recipe Info

  • Category : Noodles & Dumplings
  • Ingredient Category : Others
  • Occasion : Everyday
  • Cooking : Boil / Simmer
  • Servings : 4 servings
  • Cooking Time : Within 60 minutes
  • Difficulty : Anyone

Mandu-guk Ingredients

  • 10-12 Large Dumplings (Mandu)
  • 5 pieces Dried Kelp (Dashima)
  • 1 pack Dried Anchovies for Broth (about 10-15g)
  • 1 Tbsp Soup Soy Sauce (Guk-ganjang)
  • 1 Tbsp Low-Sodium Fish Sauce
  • 1/3 Tbsp Coarse Salt
  • 1/2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
  • 2 Eggs
  • A little Green Onion or Scallions
  • 7 Mugs of Water (approx. 1400ml)
  • 1 Tbsp Mushroom Powder (or any umami-boosting powder)
  • A pinch of Black Pepper

Cooking Instructions

Step 1

In a pot, add 7 mugs of water (approx. 1400ml), 5 pieces of dried kelp, 1 pack of dried anchovies for broth, and 1 Tbsp of soup soy sauce. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium heat and simmer for about 10 minutes to create a delicious anchovy broth. We’ll remove the anchovies and kelp later.

Step 1

Step 2

While the broth is simmering, crack 2 eggs into a bowl and beat them well. Lightly oil a pan over low heat, pour the beaten eggs thinly, and cook to make an egg crepe (jidan). Once cooled, slice it thinly into strips, or use a cookie cutter for fun shapes – these make beautiful garnishes! (Cookie cutters in cute shapes are great for kids!).

Step 2

Step 3

Wash and finely chop the green onions or scallions. The fragrant green onions will add wonderful flavor to your mandu-guk.

Step 3

Step 4

After simmering for 10 minutes, strain the anchovy broth through a sieve, discarding the anchovies and kelp. This step is key to a clear and flavorful broth.

Step 4

Step 5

To the clear anchovy broth, add 1 Tbsp of low-sodium fish sauce and the 10-12 large dumplings. Once the dumplings start to float and cook, stir in 1 Tbsp of mushroom powder to enhance the broth’s depth and richness.

Step 5

Step 6

As the mandu-guk simmers, skim off any foam that rises to the surface. This will result in a cleaner, more refreshing soup. It’s a simple step that makes a big difference!

Step 6

Step 7

Once the dumplings are cooked, taste the broth and adjust the seasoning with 1/3 Tbsp of coarse salt if needed. Finally, add 1/2 Tbsp of minced garlic. The combination with the savory anchovy broth creates a truly delicious mandu-guk.

Step 7

Step 8

Ladle the finished mandu-guk into bowls. Garnish generously with the chopped green onions and a pinch of black pepper. It’s the perfect warm and satisfying meal!

Step 8



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