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Korean Rice Cake Soup

Cultural Context

Korean Rice Cake Soup, or Tteokguk, is traditionally enjoyed during the Lunar New Year to symbolize the gaining of a year in age and to wish for good fortune. The dish features chewy rice cakes in a savory broth, often accompanied by beef and vegetables. It's a comforting meal that has become a staple in Korean households during celebrations, reflecting the importance of family and tradition. Today, variations exist, including vegetarian versions, making it accessible to a wider audience.

KoreanKRmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
떡국떡 (rice cake) 400g
생수 (water) 1.5L
소고기 (beef) 400g
다시마 (kelp) 25g
만가닥 버섯 (enoki mushrooms) 50g
대파 (green onion) 1/2
청주 (cooking wine) 2 tablespoons
소금 (salt) 2 teaspoons
참기름 (sesame oil) 1 tablespoon
계란 (eggs) 2
참기름 (sesame oil for egg) 1/2 teaspoon x 2
사각조미김 (seasoned seaweed) 1 pack
마늘 (garlic) 3 cloves
천일염 (sea salt) 1 teaspoon (for meat)
천일염 (sea salt) 1 teaspoon (for seasoning)

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option that is often less expensive.

rice cakes

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: pasta

Quinoa is a healthier grain alternative, while pasta is usually more accessible.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt

Tamari is gluten-free, while salt is a basic alternative.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is a cost-effective option.

1

Prepare the ingredients: soak the 떡국떡 (rice cake) if necessary, slice the 소고기 (beef), and chop the 대파 (green onion).

2

In a large pot, combine 생수 (water), 소고기 (beef), 다시마 (kelp), and 청주 (cooking wine). Bring to a boil.

3

Add the 떡국떡 (rice cake), 만가닥 버섯 (enoki mushrooms), and 대파 (green onion) to the pot. Cook until the 떡국떡 is soft.

4

Season with 소금 (salt) to taste and add 참기름 (sesame oil).

5

In a separate pan, make a thin omelet with the 계란 (eggs) using 참기름 (sesame oil for egg). Cut into strips.

6

Serve the soup in bowls, garnish with the omelet strips, 사각조미김 (seasoned seaweed), and additional green onion if desired.

Cooking Techniques

slicingmarinatingboiling

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freedairy-free

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Tteokguk
Local Name: 떡국

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