Mild Doenjang Miyeok Guk (Seaweed Soup with Soybean Paste)
A light and refreshing morning doenjang miyeok guk simmered with commercial doenjang and soft tofu.
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This is a 2 to 3-serving soup dish made by dissolving just a small amount of commercial doenjang, keeping it light and refreshing without any heavy aftertaste. Adding tofu brings a clean savoriness, and because it is not boiled for long, the seaweed retains its pleasant texture. Mild and soothing, it is great for a busy morning or as a gentle soup for children.
- Servings
- 2–3 servings
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Spiciness
- Not spicy
Ingredients
- Dried seaweed (miyeok)5 g
- Water4 cups
- Broth tablet (or 4 cups anchovy broth)2 tablets
- Commercial doenjang (Korean soybean paste)1 tbsp
- Tuna extract sauce (chamchi-aek)1 tbsp
- Soak the dried seaweed in cold water for about 5 minutes.
- Because this is a light, clean-tasting seaweed soup, commercial doenjang works better than rich homemade doenjang.
- You can use 1/2 tbsp of soup soy sauce instead of tuna extract sauce.
Steps
Prepare the ingredients
Because this is a light, clean-tasting seaweed soup, commercial doenjang works better than rich homemade doenjang.
You will need store-bought cut seaweed, which does not require long boiling, and a little tofu.
Prep the ingredients
Soak the dried seaweed in cold water for about 5 minutes. Once it has softened, cut it into small pieces.
Cut the tofu into small cubes or thin bite-sized squares.
Simmer the soup
Add 4 cups of water, 1 tbsp of commercial doenjang, and 2 broth tablets, then bring it to a rolling boil.
You can substitute 4 cups of anchovy broth for the water and tablets.
Add the seaweed and tofu, then add 1 tbsp of tuna extract sauce. You can use 1/2 tbsp of soup soy sauce instead of tuna extract sauce.
Boil gently for 2 to 3 minutes, taste, and finish by seasoning with salt if it tastes bland.
Finish
The tofu adds protein, and the hot, cleanly savory broth tastes wonderful.
Because it is not cooked for a long time, you can also enjoy the texture of the seaweed.
This mild soup is great alongside spicy or pungent food to soothe your stomach, and it is gentle enough for children to eat without hesitation.
I can feel the temperature dropping bit by bit.
Enjoy a delicious meal with a warm bowl of soup.
Ppunwife's tips
- Because this is a light, clean-tasting seaweed soup, commercial doenjang works better than rich homemade doenjang.
- Boil gently for 2 to 3 minutes, taste, and finish by seasoning with salt if it tastes bland.
FAQ
Can I use homemade doenjang?
To achieve a light and clean flavor, commercial doenjang works better than rich homemade doenjang.
What should I do if I do not have broth tablets?
You can pour in 4 cups of anchovy broth to boil instead of using the broth tablets and water.
Can I use soup soy sauce instead of tuna extract sauce?
You can substitute 1/2 tbsp of soup soy sauce for the 1 tbsp of tuna extract sauce.
