Korean-Style Seaweed Soup

Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings

Description

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.

Ingredients

1 (1 ounce) package dried brown seaweed
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/4 pound beef top sirloin, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
6 cups water
1 teaspoon minced garlic

Directions

1 Place seaweed into a bowl and cover with water. Soak until soft, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain and cut into 2-inch pieces.
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.
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.