Jeonbokmiyeokguk || Abalone and Seaweed Soup, 전복미역국 Leave a comment

Jeonbokmiyeokguk(Abalone Seaweed Soup) is a popular Korean dish renowned for its rich, savory flavor and nutritional benefits. This soup is a perfect combination of tender abalone and the umami-packed seaweed.

Ingredients:

• Fresh abalone
• Dried seaweed
• Anchovy and kelp broth
• Soy sauce
• Minced garlic
• Sesame oil

Instructions:

1. Soak the seaweed: Soak the dried seaweed in cold water until it becomes soft and pliable.
2. Prepare the abalone: Clean the abalone thoroughly and score the surface. Remove the innards and slice the abalone into bite-sized pieces.
3. Sauté the abalone: Heat sesame oil in a pot and sauté the minced garlic and abalone until fragrant.
4. Add the broth: Pour in the anchovy and kelp broth.
5. Simmer: Add the soaked seaweed and simmer for about 20-30 minutes, or until the abalone is tender and the flavors have melded together.
6. Season: Adjust the taste with soy sauce.
7. Serve: Serve hot with a bowl of steamed rice.

Tips:

• For a deeper flavor, you can add a few dried shiitake mushrooms to the broth.
• To enhance the umami flavor, you can add a teaspoon of fish sauce.
• If you don’t have anchovy and kelp broth, you can use vegetable broth or water with a dash of soy sauce and fish sauce.

Nutritional Benefits:

• Abalone: Rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals, including iron, zinc, and selenium.
• Seaweed: A good source of iodine, fiber, and vitamins A and C.

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