seaweed soup

How to Make Delicious Seaweed Soup: A Simple Guide

Seaweed soup, or *miyeok-guk* in Korean, is a nutritious and comforting dish enjoyed worldwide. Here’s a simple guide to making it at home.

Ingredients: 10g dried seaweed, 500ml water, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 clove minced garlic, 1 egg, sesame oil, salt, and optional sliced green onions or tofu.

Steps:

1. Prepare the seaweed: Soak dried seaweed in cold water for 15 minutes until soft, then rinse and chop into bite-sized pieces.

2. Make the broth: In a pot, bring water to a boil, add seaweed, and simmer for 10 minutes. Skim any foam from the surface.

3. Season: Add soy sauce, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt. Simmer for another 5 minutes to let flavors blend.

4. Enhance (optional): For a richer taste, add sliced tofu and cook for 3 minutes. If desired, crack an egg into the broth and gently stir to form ribbons.

5. Finish: Turn off the heat, drizzle with sesame oil, and garnish with green onions. Serve hot.

This versatile soup is not only easy to prepare but also packed with iodine and vitamins. Enjoy it as a light meal or a comforting side dish!