Speedy & Simple Sundubu Soup
Quick and Satisfying Sundubu Soup for Breakfast or Hangover Relief
Perfect for those mornings when your pantry is bare, or when you need a quick, hearty meal or a comforting hangover cure. This Easy-Making but Wonderful Meal is incredibly versatile. Enjoy it as a light soup, or for a truly filling experience, serve it over a bowl of hot rice. It’s a delightful meal that comes together in a flash!
Main Ingredients
- 1 package soft tofu (sundubu) – choose a silky, smooth texture
- 5 dried anchovies (for a refreshing broth flavor)
- 1 handful of clams (ensure they are fresh)
- 1.5 cups water (approx. 300ml)
Seasoning Sauce Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (regular)
- 1 Tbsp soup soy sauce (guk-ganjang)
- 1 Tbsp cooking wine or mirin (optional, for removing gaminess and enhancing flavor)
- 2 Tbsp chopped green onion (adjust to your preference)
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- A pinch of sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru) (adjust to taste)
- A drizzle of sesame oil (for finishing aroma)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (regular)
- 1 Tbsp soup soy sauce (guk-ganjang)
- 1 Tbsp cooking wine or mirin (optional, for removing gaminess and enhancing flavor)
- 2 Tbsp chopped green onion (adjust to your preference)
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- A pinch of sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru) (adjust to taste)
- A drizzle of sesame oil (for finishing aroma)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
In a pot, combine 1 package of soft tofu, 5 dried anchovies, and 1.5 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Adding the dried anchovies directly without pre-roasting allows their subtle umami to infuse the broth beautifully.
Step 2
Once the water is at a rolling boil, add the handful of clams. Reduce the heat to medium and let it simmer until all the clams have opened their shells. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
When all the clams have opened and are ready, turn off the heat. Prepare the seasoning sauce by mixing all the seasoning ingredients (soy sauce, soup soy sauce, cooking wine, chopped green onion, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, and sesame oil) according to your taste. Serve the soup with this seasoning sauce on the side for dipping or mixing in.
Step 4
Enjoy the soup as is, or for a more substantial meal, ladle it over a bowl of hot rice for a warm and satisfying experience. For an extra touch of richness, you can crack a raw egg yolk into the hot soup just before serving.
