Korea's ICONIC Soup: Seaweed Soup for the SOUL, Birthdays & Postpartum Recovery [Miyeok-Guk Recipe]

dried seaweed

🥗Healthier: fresh seaweed

💰Cheaper: spinach

Fresh seaweed offers similar flavor, while spinach is more accessible.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken provides a leaner option, while pork is often less expensive.

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tempeh is a nutritious alternative, while beans are budget-friendly.

Soak the dried seaweed in water until rehydrated.

Prepare the seaweed by cutting it into bite-sized pieces.

In a pot, heat the sesame oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.

Add the beef strips and cook until browned.

Pour in the water and bring to a boil.

Add the rehydrated seaweed and Korean radish to the pot.

Add the dashi pack and simmer for 10-15 minutes to develop flavors.

Stir in the guk soy sauce, salt, and black pepper to taste.

If using, add the beef dashida and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

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