Nutritious Jeonbokjuk (Abalone Porridge)
A nourishing abalone porridge simmered with rice toasted in toasted sesame oil and fresh strained abalone entrails juice.
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Rice toasted golden in toasted sesame oil is simmered into a savory porridge with strained abalone entrails juice and hot water. Stir-fried abalone meat and vegetables are added at the end to keep their tender texture and clean, delicate flavor.
- Servings
- 3–4 servings
- Cook time
- 20 minprep not included
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Spiciness
- Not spicy
Ingredients
- Abalone3 whole
- White rice1 cup
- Water5-6 cups
- Squash1/4
- Carrot1/4
- Onion1/4
- Soup soy sauce (guk-ganjang)1 tbsp
- Salt1 tsp
- Toasted sesame oil2 tbsp
- Soak 1 cup of white rice in water for at least 1 hour, then drain through a strainer.
- Scrub thoroughly with a toothbrush or cleaning brush to remove any dirt. The sides get especially dirty, so scrub them meticulously, then rinse under running water.
- Use a spoon to detach the meat from the shell. Work the spoon in gently so the internal organs behind it do not burst. Once you pull back the organs behind the abalone meat, you will see a reddish abalone tooth; press with your fingers to push it out.
- Feel free to use vegetables like broccoli or mushrooms as well.
- If you prefer glutinous rice porridge, you can soak glutinous rice instead.
Steps
1. These are medium-sized abalones.
2. Scrub thoroughly with a toothbrush or cleaning brush to remove any dirt.
The sides get especially dirty, so scrub them meticulously, then rinse under running water.
3. Use a spoon to detach the meat from the shell.
Work the spoon in gently so the internal organs behind it do not burst.
4. Once you pull back the organs behind the abalone meat, you will see a reddish abalone tooth; press with your fingers to push it out.
5. Here is the separated abalone. You can discard the teeth.
6. Thinly slice the abalone meat.
Because these are fresh live abalones, you can also enjoy them raw as sashimi or toss them with vegetables in a sweet and tangy vinegar dressing.
7. Place the internal organs in a strainer, mash them, and press out their juice with 1 cup of water.
8. Prepare 1/4 each of carrot, squash, and onion, and finely dice them.
Feel free to use vegetables like broccoli or mushrooms as well.
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9. Heat a pan, add 1 tbsp of toasted sesame oil, and stir-fry the abalone.
10. Add the carrot and stir-fry for a moment.
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11. Add the squash and onion, stir-fry until cooked, and transfer to a plate.
12. Soak 1 cup of white rice in water for at least 1 hour, then drain through a strainer.
If you prefer glutinous rice porridge, you can soak glutinous rice instead.
Heat a pan, add 2 tbsp of toasted sesame oil, and stir-fry the rice.
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13. Once the rice turns translucent, pour in the water and bring to a boil.
I toasted the rice thoroughly until the surface turned golden.
14. Pour in about 5 cups of water, including the strained abalone entrails juice, and bring to a boil.
Use hot water that has been boiled in advance. When adding more water while simmering porridge, using hot water makes the porridge taste better.
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15. Simmer over gentle heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally so it does not scorch the bottom.
As the water reduces, the rice grains will soften and open up.
16. Once the rice is soft and tender, season with soup soy sauce (guk-ganjang) and salt.
Finally, add the stir-fried abalone and vegetables and simmer briefly.
Ppunwife's tips
- Use hot water that has been boiled in advance. When adding more water while simmering porridge, using hot water makes the porridge taste better.
- Simmer over gentle heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally so it does not scorch the bottom.
FAQ
Can I add cold water when simmering the porridge?
You should cook with hot water that has been boiled in advance, and use hot water when adding more during cooking to make the porridge taste better.
Can I use glutinous rice instead of regular white rice?
If you prefer glutinous rice porridge, you can soak glutinous rice thoroughly instead of regular white rice and cook it the same way.
Can I add vegetables other than squash, carrot, and onion?
Depending on your preference, you can also finely chop and use other vegetables like broccoli or mushrooms.
How do I remove the abalone tooth?
After separating the internal organs, gently press the reddish tooth part visible behind the meat with your fingers and it will pop right out.
