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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
떡국 떡 (tteok for soup)
300g beef brisket
1L water
1.5L additional water
2 pieces of kelp (dashima)
10cm green onion (white part)
1 tablespoon soy sauce (for soup)
a pinch of salt
1 tablespoon soy sauce (for marinating meat)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1.5L water (for tteok)
1 tablespoon soy sauce (for tteok)
salt to taste

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

Add 1L of water to a pot and bring it to a boil.

2

Add 300g of beef brisket and cook until tender.

3

Add 2 pieces of kelp and simmer for flavor.

4

Remove the kelp after a few minutes.

5

Add 10cm of chopped green onion, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, and a pinch of salt to the broth.

6

For the tteok, soak it in 1.5L of water with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and salt to taste.

7

Combine the marinated beef with minced garlic and cook briefly before adding to the soup.

Cooking Techniques

slicingmarinatingboiling

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freedairy-freeegg-free

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Tteokguk
Local Name: 떡국

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