Korean-Style Seaweed Soup

Korean-Style Seaweed Soup

This seaweed soup is a traditional birthday dish in Korea. It’s also served to new mothers, as the nutrients in seaweed are thought to help increase milk production.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 (1 ounce) package dried brown seaweed
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • ¼ pound beef top sirloin, minced
  • 1 ½ tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 6 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic

Directions

Step 1
Place seaweed into a bowl and cover with water. Soak until soft, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain and cut into 2-inch pieces.

Step 2
Heat sesame oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add beef, 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce, and salt; cook and stir for 1 minute. Stir in drained seaweed and remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce; cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute.

Step 3
Pour in 2 cups water and bring to a boil. Stir in garlic and remaining 4 cups water. Bring to a boil again, then cover and reduce the heat. Simmer for 20 minutes. Season with salt before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

65
Calories
4g
Fat
1g
Carbs
7g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 65
% Daily Value *
Total Fat4g 5%
Saturated Fat1g 4%
Cholesterol17mg 6%
Sodium940mg 41%
Total Carbohydrate1g 0%
Dietary Fiber0g 0%
Total Sugars0g
Protein7g
Vitamin C3mg 15%
Calcium10mg 1%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium143mg 3%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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