Ttukdak Hyung's Geundae Doenjang Guk

A savory soup made by dissolving doenjang in anchovy kelp broth and simmering with tender chard and tofu.

🙋 Recommended for

  • Those who need a comforting soup to soothe the stomach for breakfast
  • Those who prefer a mild, savory doenjang soup in a rustic home style
  • Those who want to enjoy the tender texture of chard and a refreshing broth together

Ingredients needed 🛒2 servings

  • anchovy kelp broth as needed
  • doenjang a little
  • chard a little
  • green onion a little
  • cheongyang chili a little
  • minced garlic a little
  • tofu a little

Recipe 🍳

  1. Pour water into a pot and add anchovies and kelp to make a savory broth.
  2. When the broth boils, remove the kelp and anchovies, then strain the doenjang through a sieve and dissolve it smoothly.
  3. Add the chard, washed and cut into bite-sized pieces, and bring to a boil.
  4. Add sliced green onion, cheongyang chili, and minced garlic to give the broth a spicy kick.
  5. Finally, add diced tofu and simmer for one more minute to finish.
  1. Make anchovy kelp broth and dissolve doenjang.
  2. Add prepared chard, green onion, cheongyang chili, and minced garlic, then boil.
  3. Add tofu and simmer briefly to finish.

Cooking tips 💡

  • Chard stems can be tough; peel them slightly or gently knead with your hands before boiling to make them tender.
  • Adding a little cheongyang chili to doenjang soup helps cut the richness and makes the flavor clean and refreshing.
  • Do not boil tofu too long or it becomes firm; add it at the end to retain its soft texture.
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