How to Make Korean Tofu and Vegetable Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

As the weather begins to cool down, there's nothing quite like a comforting bowl of soup to warm you up from the inside out. And if you're in the mood for something different, look no further than this delicious Korean Tofu and Vegetable Soup. This traditional Korean dish, known as Doenjang Jjigae, is a flavorful and hearty soup that is filled with healthy ingredients and bold flavors.

One of the key components of this soup is tofu, which is a staple in Korean cuisine. Tofu is a versa...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups beef stock
  • ¼ cup toenjang (fermented soybean paste)
  • 1 (4 inch) piece dashi kombu (dried kelp) (Optional)
  • 5 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 (16 ounce) package medium-firm tofu, cut into 1 1/2 x 1/4 inch dominoes
  • 1 pound napa cabbage, thickly sliced
  • 1 pound daikon radish cut into 1 1/2x1/4 inch pieces
  • 1 pound yellow squash, cut into 1 1/2x1/4 inch dominoes
  • 2 large green onions, white and pale green part only, sliced diagonally into 1 1/4 inch pieces
  • 1 hot red pepper, seeded and sliced diagonally into 1/4 inch pieces

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Pour the beef stock into a stock pot or large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the toenjang until dissolved. Add the kelp and garlic, and bring to a boil. Put in the tofu, cabbage, daikon and yellow squash, cover and return to a boil. Cook gently for 5 minutes. Then add the green onions and hot pepper, and boil for a minute, or until the onion and pepper become fragrant and brightly colored. Limit the cooking time to no more than 15 minutes. Remove and discard kelp. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    289 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 661mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 108mg
    • Calcium: 963mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 1304mg