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Originating from Korea, Bean Sprout Soup (Kongnamul Guk) is a staple in Korean households, often enjoyed for its comforting warmth and health benefits. Traditionally served as a side dish or as part of a larger meal, it highlights the importance of fresh vegetables in Korean cuisine. Today, it is embraced globally, often modified with various ingredients to suit different tastes.

Ingredients

  • bean sprouts
  • water
  • garlic
  • green onions
  • soy sauce
  • sesame oil
  • tofu
  • red pepper flakes
  • salt

Instructions

  1. 1Rinse bean sprouts under cold water until clean.
  2. 2Bring water to a boil in a large pot over high heat.
  3. 3Add rinsed bean sprouts to boiling water and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  4. 4Add minced garlic and sliced green onions to the pot.
  5. 5Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil for flavor.
  6. 6Season with salt and red pepper flakes to taste.
  7. 7Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
  8. 8Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.

Ingredient Alternatives

tofu

Healthier: tempeh

Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Tempeh offers a similar texture with added nutrients.

soy sauce

Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces salt intake while maintaining flavor.

Techniques

boilingsimmering

Equipment

large potcutting boardknife
🌶️🌶️🌶️Lowsoy

Also Known As

Kongnamul GukKorean Bean Sprout Soup

Recipe Information

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Video-Specific Recipe

Yukgaejang

Cultural Context

Yukgaejang is a traditional Korean soup known for its robust flavors and spicy kick, often enjoyed during cold weather or as a remedy for hangovers. This dish is a staple in Korean cuisine, showcasing the use of gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes) and tender beef, which symbolize warmth and comfort. Today, Yukgaejang has gained popularity beyond Korea, often featured in Korean restaurants worldwide, where it delights diners with its rich taste and nourishing qualities.

KoreanKRmain
75 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
450g beef brisket
250g radish
200g bean sprouts
2 green onions
1/2 onion
2 hot peppers
1 red pepper
1~2 pieces of kelp
3.5 tablespoons red pepper powder
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon fish sauce
3 tablespoons sesame oil
salt
pepper
400g beef brisket
600g frozen cabbage
2 green onions
5 hot peppers
1 red pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon cooking wine
3.5 tablespoons soybean paste
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon red pepper powder
1 tablespoon soy sauce
450g pork belly
400g kimchi
300g tofu
70ml kimchi soup
1/2 onion
some green onion
2 hot peppers
1 red pepper
3 tablespoons red pepper powder
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 tablespoon salted shrimp
1/2 tablespoon sugar
800ml water
1 bag soft tofu
250g pork
1 mushroom
1/2 onion
1 green onion
2 hot peppers
1 red pepper
1 egg
2 tablespoons red pepper powder
1 tablespoon red pepper paste
1 tablespoon salted shrimp
1/2 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
700ml anchovy and kelp broth
pepper
400g pork
200g tofu
2/3 zucchini
1/2 onion
1/2 green onion
2 hot peppers
1 red pepper
700ml kelp broth (or water)
1/2 tablespoon salted shrimp
1 tablespoon red pepper powder (when stir-frying)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon red pepper paste
1 tablespoon red pepper powder
1 tablespoon cooking wine
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced ginger
pepper
500g tofu
350g pork
2/3 onion
1 green onion
2 hot peppers
1 red pepper
1 tablespoon fish sauce
600ml water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1.5 tablespoons red pepper paste
2.5 tablespoons red pepper powder
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon minced ginger
2 tablespoons cooking wine
1/2 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon minced garlic
pepper

beef brisket

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: beef shank

Chicken reduces fat content while still providing protein.

gochugaru

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika offers color and mild heat, while cayenne adds spice.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier but canola is more budget-friendly.

egg

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Tofu provides protein for vegans and is often less expensive.

1

Prepare the ingredients for each stew as listed.

2

For the spicy beef soup, sauté the beef with garlic, add the radish, bean sprouts, and seasonings, then simmer.

3

For the beef cabbage doenjang soup, cook the beef, add the cabbage and seasonings, and simmer with broth.

4

For the kimchi jjigae, cook the pork belly, add kimchi, tofu, and seasonings, then simmer with water.

5

For the soft tofu stew, sauté the pork, add soft tofu and vegetables, and simmer with broth.

6

For the zucchini pork stew, stir-fry the pork and zucchini, then add the remaining ingredients and simmer.

7

For the tofu stew, sauté the pork, add tofu and seasonings, and simmer with water.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freegluten-free

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

spicy beef soupKorean spicy beef stew
Local Name: 육개장

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