Yookgaejang Recipe

This recipe is a really spicy beef soup and is said to be one of the spiciest dishes in Korea. This recipe is definitely not for the fainthearted! However, if you enjoy spicy foods you should consider making this yummy, filling soup. It is perfect for the cold seasons! So why not give it a try!

This recipe makes 4 servings.

Ingredients You Will Need:

- 16 OZ of Beef: sliced thinly
- 4 TBSP. of Gochugaru, Korean Chili Powder (This is available in most Asian groceries)
- 1 TBSP. of Light Soy Sauce
- 8 Cups of Water
- 1 Cup of Bean Sprouts: cleaned and tails removed
- 1/2 Cup of Fernblake: soaked and drained (This is available in most Asian groceries)
- 2 Stalks of Green Onions: chopped
- 2 Cloves of Garlic: minced
- 1 TBSP. of Sesame Oil
- 1 TSP. of Salt
- 1 TSP. of Pepper

Instructions:

-1- In a large pot, heat the sesame oil on high heat. Saute the beef together with the soy sauce and the gochugaru. Cook this for about 5 minutes.

-2- Now add the water and allow it to simmer. Next, add the bean sprouts and put the lid on and bring the mixture up to a boil.

-3- Next, reduce the heat to low. Add the fernbrake and continue to cook it for about 30-40 minutes, this should allow the beef to become tender.

-4- Stir in the green onions. Now season it with salt and pepper. Remove it from the heat and serve immediately.

-5- Enjoy!

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