Refreshing and Savory Saewoo Tang (Shrimp Soup)
A refreshing soup made by dissolving doenjang in anchovy broth and simmering it with king prawns and vegetables.
Translated from Korean by AI and not yet checked by a native speaker. Amounts and numbers are taken directly from the original recipe. Read the Korean original →
This soup starts with a base of anchovy broth flavored with Korean radish and doenjang, then simmers with fresh shrimp and vegetables. Gochugaru and chili peppers add a pleasant kick, giving you a broth that is both deeply savory and refreshing.
- Servings
- 2–3 servings
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Spiciness
- Mildly spicy
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Shrimp5 (king prawns)
- Korean radish (mu)100 g
- Korean zucchini (aehobak)1/4
- Tofu1/3 block
- Large green onion (daepa)1/2 stalks
- Red chili pepper1
- Cheongyang chili pepper (hot green chili)1
- Anchovy broth4 cups
Seasoning
- Doenjang (Korean soybean paste)1 tsp
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)1 tbsp
- Soup soy sauce (guk-ganjang)1 tbsp
- Cheongju (Korean rice wine) (or mirin (cooking rice wine))1/2 tbsp
- Minced garlic1/2 tbsp
- Salta little
- Ground black peppera little
- This recipe uses 5 king prawns; if using medium shrimp, prepare about 7.
Steps
1. Prepare 5 shrimp.
If using medium-sized shrimp, about 7 will be enough.
2. Slice the vegetables and tofu as shown in the picture.
3. Add the Korean radish (mu) and dissolve the doenjang (Korean soybean paste) into the anchovy broth, then bring to a boil.
4. Once the broth boils, add the shrimp first...
5. Add the Korean zucchini, tofu, and seasoning (1 tbsp gochugaru, 1 tbsp soup soy sauce, 1/2 tbsp cheongju or mirin, and 1/2 tbsp minced garlic),
then let it bubble and boil so the flavors come together.
6. At the very end, add the large green onion, chili peppers, and ground black pepper. If it needs more saltiness, season with salt to finish.
FAQ
Can I use smaller shrimp instead of king prawns?
If you use medium-sized shrimp, about 7 will work well.
What should I add if the soup needs more seasoning?
Taste it at the final cooking step, and if it is too bland, add a little salt to adjust the seasoning.
Can I use a different broth instead of anchovy broth? AI-generated
Generally, you can also use kelp broth or a clean vegetable broth without any problem.
