Kim Dae-seok's Napa Cabbage Soup

A seasonal napa cabbage soup with a rich soybean paste base, enhanced with dried shrimp and anchovy stock, plus pickled radish for refreshing taste and umami depth.

Ingredients needed 3 servings

Recipe

Cooking tips

  • Cutting the cabbage before blanching causes valuable flavor compounds to leach out—blanching it whole and then slicing afterward preserves its sweetness.
  • Pre-pickling the radish in soup soy sauce prevents it from falling apart during cooking and maintains a firm texture.
  • Always remove the innards (guts) from anchovies to avoid bitterness; dried shrimp are essential for the signature fresh, savory depth of flavor.
  • When adding cabbage and radish to the pot, keep the heat low—high heat may cause the broth to overflow.

Recommended for

  • Those seeking a refreshing, warming broth on chilly days.
  • People who want a deeply savory, rich soybean paste-based napa cabbage soup.
  • Individuals looking for a hearty, healthy, and easy-to-digest home-style meal.

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