KOREAN TOFU AND VEGETABLE SOUP

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This is the Korean equivalent of chicken noodle soup - it is a comforting, cure-all soup. It is also spicy and fresh, and easy to make. You will have to visit your local Asian market for some of the ingredients.

Provided by slsonline

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups beef stock
ΒΌ cup toenjang (fermented soybean paste)
1 (4 inch) piece dashi kombu (dried kelp)
5 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (16 ounce) package medium-firm tofu, cut into 1 1/2 x 1/4 inch dominoes
1 pound napa cabbage, thickly sliced
1 pound daikon radish cut into 1 1/2x1/4 inch pieces
1 pound yellow squash, cut into 1 1/2x1/4 inch dominoes
2 large green onions, white and pale green part only, sliced diagonally into 1 1/4 inch pieces
1 hot red pepper, seeded and sliced diagonally into 1/4 inch pieces

Steps:

  • Pour the beef stock into a stock pot or large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the toenjang until dissolved. Add the kelp and garlic, and bring to a boil. Put in the tofu, cabbage, daikon and yellow squash, cover and return to a boil. Cook gently for 5 minutes. Then add the green onions and hot pepper, and boil for a minute, or until the onion and pepper become fragrant and brightly colored. Limit the cooking time to no more than 15 minutes. Remove and discard kelp. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.3 calories, Carbohydrate 24.7 g, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 661.4 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

Jam Atif
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This soup is so delicious and easy to make. I highly recommend it!


Asanda Petu
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit.


Mariyam Naseer
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover rice.


Gulfam narejo
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I love how versatile this soup is. You can add or remove vegetables to suit your taste.


F Ahamed MD
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Mavia Khan
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. This soup is now a staple in my household.


Lisa Blackburn
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day.


Asharz Lia
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I love the spicy kick in this soup.


Kristina Joe
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This soup is so comforting and satisfying.


Eric Silva
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I've never made tofu soup before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the soup turned out great.


Cha Cha
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Alyssa Rodriguez
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and healthy.


Apni Sarkar
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Asfand Ali
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I made this soup for a party and it was a hit. Everyone loved it!


Haroon Bhatti
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very healthy and filling.


Mellecia Maynard
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I'm not a big fan of tofu, but this soup was surprisingly good. The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the broth was flavorful.


ali Gorchha
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This soup was delicious and easy to make. I added some extra vegetables, like carrots and celery, and it turned out great. My family loved it!