Spicy Gochujang Potato Soup
Making a Refreshing Gochujang Potato Soup Perfect for a Rainy Day
I’ve made a potato soup with a spicy and refreshing kick using gochujang. The fluffy potatoes make this recipe even more delicious. It’s a hearty and warming soup perfect for a gloomy day.
Soup Base- 1L Water
- 1 Soup Stock Pack
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Pour 1L of water into a pot and add 1 soup stock pack. Simmer over medium heat for about 15 minutes to extract the broth. Remove the stock pack once the broth is ready.
Step 2
Peel the skin off 3-4 potatoes and wash them thoroughly under running water. Slice the potatoes into half-moon shapes or bite-sized pieces, about 0.7cm thick. Larger pieces will provide a more satisfying chew.
Step 3
Peel and wash the onion. Slice it into thin strips or dice it into bite-sized pieces. Cutting the onion to a similar size as the potatoes will ensure they cook evenly.
Step 4
Once the prepared broth is boiling, add the sliced potatoes. Let them simmer over medium heat until they become tender.
Step 5
When the potatoes are partially cooked, stir in 1 Tbsp of gochujang, 4 Tbsp of soy sauce, and 1 Tbsp of minced garlic. The soy sauce and garlic add umami, while the gochujang provides the spicy flavor. Continue to cook until the potatoes are soft.
Step 6
When the potatoes are about halfway cooked, add the sliced onion. The onion will add sweetness and a refreshing taste to the soup, and it will turn translucent as it cooks, making the soup visually appealing. Cook until the onion is softened.
Step 7
Finally, add 0.5 Tbsp of chicken stock to further enhance the savory flavor. If you don’t have chicken stock, you can omit it or use a small amount of natural seasonings like fish sauce or salted shrimp paste instead of commercial seasonings.
Step 8
Once the onion is tender, add the chopped scallions. Simmer for just a moment longer to infuse the soup with the fresh aroma of the scallions. Be careful not to overcook, as this can make the scallions mushy.
Step 9
Your spicy and refreshing gochujang potato soup is now ready! Enjoy a hearty meal with a warm bowl of rice. This is the perfect dish to warm you up on a rainy day or during chilly weather.
