Okjubu's Squid and Bean Sprout Gukbap

A hangover remedy soup with refreshing broth, crisp bean sprouts, chewy squid, and tangy kimchi

🙋 Recommended for

  • Those seeking a refreshing and clean-tasting hangover remedy
  • Anyone wanting a satisfying, spicy-hot bowl of soup for a hearty meal

Ingredients needed 🛒1 servings

  • squid 1 whole
  • bean sprouts 100g
  • green onion 1/2 bunch
  • green chili pepper 1
  • tangy kimchi 1/2 cup
  • stock packet 1
  • red pepper powder 1 tablespoon
  • minced garlic 1 tablespoon
  • shrimp paste 1 teaspoon
  • anchovy sauce 1 tablespoon
  • rice 1 bowl

Recipe 🍳

  1. Chop green onion and green chili pepper into small pieces. Score the squid body with a crisscross pattern and cut into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Pour water into a pot and add the stock packet to brew a rich base broth.
  3. Once the broth comes to a boil, remove the stock packet, then add the chopped tangy kimchi and prepared squid.
  4. Add 1 tablespoon red pepper powder, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon shrimp paste, and 1 tablespoon anchovy sauce. Simmer briefly.
  5. When the squid is cooked through, add the bean sprouts, green onion, and green chili pepper. Boil once more until the bean sprouts are crisp but tender.
  6. Place warm rice into a bowl, then pour in plenty of hot broth and solid ingredients.
  1. Cut green onion, chili pepper, and squid into appropriate sizes.
  2. Brew stock in a pot, then add tangy kimchi and scored squid and bring to a boil.
  3. Season with red pepper powder, garlic, shrimp paste, and anchovy sauce for a refreshing flavor.
  4. Add bean sprouts, green onion, and chili pepper, boiling just until crisp, then pour over rice.

Cooking tips 💡

  • Using shrimp paste when adjusting seasoning gives a clean, refreshing umami without cloudiness.
  • After adding bean sprouts, keep the lid off and cook briefly to maintain their crisp texture.
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