Galbitang

Galbitang Recipe: A Delicious Korean Beef Soup
Galbitang is a traditional Korean beef soup that is both hearty and flavorful. This dish is perfect for cold winter days or when you need a comforting meal. In this recipe, we will show you how to make Galbitang step-by-step, with detailed composition of ingredients by serving, cooking tips, and a mouth-watering description of the dish.

Ingredients (serves 4):

- 2 lbs beef short ribs
- 10 cups water
- 1 onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch ginger, sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup Korean radish, sliced
- 1/2 cup carrots, sliced
- 1/2 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Tips:

- Soak the beef short ribs in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove any blood and impurities.
- Blanch the beef short ribs in boiling water for 5 minutes to remove any excess fat and scum.
- Use a pressure cooker to save time and enhance the flavor of the soup.

Instructions:

1. In a large pot or pressure cooker, add the beef short ribs and water. Bring to a boil and skim off any scum that rises to the surface.
2. Add the onion, garlic, ginger, and green onions. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour (or 30 minutes in a pressure cooker).
3. Add the Korean radish, carrots, and shiitake mushrooms. Simmer for another 30 minutes (or 15 minutes in a pressure cooker).
4. Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
5. Serve hot with rice and kimchi.
Appearance and Taste:
Galbitang is a clear and savory soup with tender beef short ribs and a variety of vegetables. The broth is rich and flavorful, with a hint of sweetness from the Korean radish and carrots. The beef short ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender and the shiitake mushrooms add a chewy texture. This dish is both comforting and satisfying, perfect for any occasion.
Type of Dish: Soup/Stew
Main Ingredients: Beef Short Ribs, Korean Radish, Shiitake Mushrooms