Kim Dae-seok's Bomdong Doenjang Guk

• 1 head bomdong (400g)
• 1/2 onion
• 1/2 green onion
• 1 handful dried anchovies for stock
• 15g dried kelp
• 1.6L rice water
• 2 tbsp doenjang
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1/2 cup cocktail shrimp
• 1 tbsp gochugaru

Recipe 🍳

Cooking tips 💡

• Dirt and impurities on bomdong come off more easily if soaked in lukewarm water for about 5 minutes rather than cold water.
• Adding too much doenjang can make the soup heavy and salty, so if needed, adjust seasoning with salt for a cleaner taste.
• Instead of cocktail shrimp, you can use finely minced leftover beef for an equally savory and deep broth.
• Adding onion helps bring out the natural sweetness of the bomdong, so you won't need to add any sugar.

Recommended for 🙋

• ⭐Those who want to prepare a sweet and savory soup table using seasonal bomdong.
• ⭐Those looking for a refreshing doenjang soup recipe that maximizes umami with shrimp.