KIMCHI SOUP WITH TOFU AND CLAMS

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Two flavor powerhouses-bright, spicy kimchi and savory, briny clams-create a soup fast enough to make on even the most hectic weeknight. Clams can be very salty or not at all, so wait until they have opened before adjusting the seasoning.

Provided by David Tamarkin

Categories     Soup/Stew     Onion     Garlic     Clam     Butter     Tofu     Green Onion/Scallion     #cook90     Dinner     Quick & Easy     One-Pot Meal     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Dairy Free

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 Tbsp. neutral oil (such as canola or grapeseed)
1 small onion, thinly sliced
6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 lb. kimchi, juices reserved, thinly sliced
1 Tbsp. white miso
1/2 tsp. (or more) kosher salt
1 lb. littleneck clams (8-12), scrubbed
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
1 lb. silken tofu, drained, cut into 1" pieces
2 scallions, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a 4-6-qt. Dutch oven or large heavy pot over medium until hot. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring often, until onion is softened, 3-5 minutes. Add kimchi along with its juices and cook, stirring often, until kimchi begins to caramelize and stick to bottom of pot, 8-10 minutes. Add 4 cups water and increase heat to medium-high to bring to a boil. Reduce heat as needed to maintain a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until some of the liquid is evaporated and flavors have melded, about 15 minutes.
  • Spoon a few tablespoons of soup into a small bowl. Add miso and salt. Stir until miso loosens to a smooth sauce-like consistency, then stir back into soup (this helps avoid any lumps of undissolved miso).
  • Add clams to soup. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until clams open, 5-7 minutes depending on size (discard any clams that do not open after 15 minutes). Mix in butter, then add tofu. Give soup one very gentle stir just to incorporate tofu (be careful not to break it up too much). Continue to cook soup, undisturbed, just until tofu is warmed through, 1-2 minutes. Taste and season with salt if needed.
  • Divide soup and clams among bowls. Top with scallions.

Jessica-louise Ball
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This soup is delicious! The kimchi flavor is subtle and not overpowering, and the soup is incredibly flavorful. I love the addition of the tofu and clams, which add a nice protein boost. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Adedoyin Omotoyosi Osho
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The soup is flavorful and satisfying, and the tofu and clams add a nice protein boost. I served it with a side of rice, and it was the perfect meal. I will definitely be making this soup aga


ADEWALE Kingdom lee Adeoye
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This soup is amazing! The broth is rich and flavorful, and the tofu and clams are cooked perfectly. I also love the addition of the gochujang, which gives the soup a nice spicy kick. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Donna D McMahan
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I'm a big fan of kimchi, and I was really excited to try this soup. I was not disappointed! The soup is delicious and has a nice spicy kick. I love the addition of the tofu and clams, which add a nice protein boost. I will definitely be making this s


Tapu Sako
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This is a must-try recipe for kimchi lovers. The soup is incredibly flavorful and has just the right amount of heat. I love the addition of the tofu and clams, which add a nice protein boost. I served it with a side of rice, and it was the perfect me


Arno Stemmet
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Kimchi soup is one of my favorite Korean dishes, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The broth is rich and flavorful, and the tofu and clams are cooked perfectly. I also love the addition of the gochujang, which gives the soup a nice spicy


Jessica Blagdon
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and has a nice spicy kick. I love that it's also easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. I added some extra vegetables and a bit more gochujang, and it was perfect


Rahma Hassani
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I'm not a big fan of kimchi, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this soup. The kimchi flavor was subtle and not overpowering, and the soup was incredibly flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Zamir Mia
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Easy to follow recipe and a new favorite! The soup was delicious and had just the right amount of heat. I added a little extra kimchi and gochujang to give it a bit more of a kick. Definitely a keeper!


Manufighter koko
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I'm always looking for new and exciting soup recipes, and this kimchi soup definitely fits the bill. The flavors are complex and well-balanced, and the tofu and clams add a nice protein boost. I served it with a side of rice, and it was the perfect m


Royce Kingston
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This kimchi soup is an absolute winner! The combination of tofu, clams, and kimchi creates a rich and flavorful broth that's both comforting and satisfying. I especially love the addition of gochujang, which gives the soup a nice spicy kick. Overall,