Haejangguk
Haejangguk Recipe: A Hearty Korean Hangover Soup
Haejangguk is a traditional Korean soup that is known for its ability to cure hangovers. This delicious soup is made with a variety of ingredients that work together to create a flavorful and satisfying dish. In this recipe, we will show you how to make Haejangguk from scratch, with detailed composition of ingredients by serving, cooking tips, and a description of the cooking process, appearance, and taste of the dish.
Ingredients (serves 4):
- 1 lb beef brisket, sliced
- 1/2 cup soybean sprouts
- 1/2 cup sliced radish
- 1/2 cup sliced onion
- 1/2 cup sliced green onion
- 1/4 cup minced garlic
- 1/4 cup hot pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 8 cups water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Tips:
- Use a large pot to make the soup, as it will need to simmer for a while.
- You can use any type of beef for this recipe, but brisket is the most traditional.
- Make sure to rinse the soybean sprouts thoroughly before adding them to the soup.
- Adjust the amount of hot pepper flakes to your liking, depending on how spicy you want the soup to be.
Instructions:
1. In a large pot, add the beef brisket and water. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 1 hour, or until the beef is tender.
2. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside. Skim any fat or impurities from the surface of the broth.
3. Add the soybean sprouts, radish, onion, green onion, garlic, hot pepper flakes, soy sauce, and sesame oil to the pot. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
4. Add the beef back to the pot and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Appearance and Taste:
Haejangguk is a hearty soup that is packed with flavor. The broth is rich and savory, with a slightly spicy kick from the hot pepper flakes. The beef is tender and adds a meaty flavor to the soup, while the vegetables provide a fresh and crunchy texture. The soup has a beautiful reddish-brown color and is served hot, making it the perfect comfort food on a cold day.
Type of Dish: Hangover Soup
Main Ingredients: Beef Brisket, Soybean Sprouts, Hot Pepper Flakes
