Korean Seaweed Soup (Miyeokguk)

Name: Korean Seaweed Soup (Miyeokguk)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 1 oz (30 g) dried seaweed (miyeok); 1/2 tbsp (7 ml) oil; 1 tbsp (15 ml) sesame oil; 1/2 (about 50 g) small onion (minced); 2/3 lb (300 g) beef (stew meat, small pieces); 2 cloves garlic (finely minced); 2 tbsp (30 ml) Korean soup soy sauce (gukganjang) (divided); 7-8 cups (1.65–1.9 liter) rice water (or plain water); 1 tbsp (15 ml) Korean tuna sauce (optional); pinches salt (to taste)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

A nourishing bowl of Korean seaweed soup (miyeokguk) made with tender beef and rice water for a clean, savory broth. This comforting birthday soup is a beloved Korean tradition — simple to make, deeply flavorful, and perfect for everyday meals or special occasions.

Updated at: Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:03:03 GMT