Korean-Style Seaweed Soup

Seaweed soup made with brown seaweed and beef is a staple in Korea. It's often served to new mothers after giving birth to help with their milk production.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 65 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

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.