Beef seaweed soup is a traditional Korean dish, commonly known as “Miyeok-guk.” It is a nutritious and refreshing soup, often served on special occasions such as birthdays and is an indispensable dish after giving birth for women to supplement nutrition and restore health.

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Beef Seaweed Soup Recipe & How To

The beef seaweed soup recipe includes soaking dried seaweed until soft, stir-frying beef with garlic and seaweed, then cooking together in seasoned water until well-marinated.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Total Time 50

Course Main Course, Soup

Cuisine Korean

Servings 4 People

Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

Large pot: To cook soup, use a pot with a capacity of about 2-3 liters.
Non-stick pot: Can help stir-fry beef and seaweed without sticking.
Small pan: If you want to stir-fry beef and seaweed separately before putting them in the pot to cook.
Knives, cutting boards, bowls, chopsticks, kitchen utensils…

Ingredients

30 g dried seaweed miyeok
200 g beef thinly sliced or cut into small pieces
1-2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1-2 tablespoons soy sauce
½ teaspoon salt or to taste
1.5-2 liters water
Green onions optional, chopped for garnish

Instructions

Soak the Seaweed:
– Soak the dried seaweed in cold water for about 20-30 minutes until it becomes soft and expands.
– Rinse the seaweed thoroughly to remove any sand and impurities, then cut into smaller pieces if necessary.
See also: How to Prepare Seaweed Before Cooking
Prepare the Beef:
– Thinly slice or cut the beef into small pieces.
– Marinate the beef with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and half of the minced garlic for about 10 minutes.
Sauté the Beef and Seaweed:
– Heat the sesame oil in a pot over medium heat.
– Add the remaining minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
– Add the beef and cook until it is no longer pink.
– Add the seaweed and stir-fry together with the beef for a few minutes.
Cook the Soup:
– Pour water into the pot and bring to a boil.
– Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
– Season with salt and additional soy sauce to taste.
Finish:
– Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as needed.
– If desired, add chopped green onions to the soup just before turning off the heat for added flavor and color.
Serve:
– Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.
– Seaweed soup with beef is typically enjoyed with steamed rice and various side dishes in a family meal.

Notes

You can add mushrooms (such as shiitake mushrooms) to enhance the flavor of the soup.
For those who enjoy spicy food, a little chili powder or fresh chili can be added to the soup.

Nutrition

Beef seaweed soup is a rich source of nutrients such as protein, calcium, iron, and minerals from seaweed. Beef provides the body with necessary protein, while seaweed contains a lot of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, helping to purify the body and aid digestion. See also: Nutrition of Seaweed

Uses and meanings

Health: Beef seaweed soup is a nutritious dish that helps improve health, especially good for postpartum women to restore the body and increase breast milk.
Customs: In Korea, this soup is considered a symbol of care and concern. It is often cooked on birthdays to wish for health and luck.