A hearty bowl of Seolleongtang, a traditional Korean soup made with slow-cooked beef bones and filled with rice and green onions.
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What is Seolleongtang?

Seolleongtang is a traditional Korean soup made with beef bones and a variety of other ingredients. The bones are typically boiled for an extended period of time to extract the collagen and other nutrients, resulting in a rich and flavorful broth. The broth is then combined with other ingredients such as rice, green onions, and egg to create a hearty and satisfying soup.

How To Make Sealleangtang

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs beef bones
  • 1 lb beef brisket, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 large onion, quartered
  • 2 stalks green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon gochugaru (red chili flakes)
  • 1 tablespoon gochujang (red chili paste)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 cups water
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 4 ounces perilla leaves (optional)

Instructions

  • Rinse the beef bones and place them in a large pot. Add the beef brisket, onion, green onions, garlic, gochugaru, gochujang, soy sauce, sugar, black pepper, and water to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer the seolleongtang for 2-3 hours, or until the beef bones are tender.
  • Add the potatoes to the pot and continue to simmer for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  • Add the perilla leaves to the pot and simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  • Serve the seolleongtang hot, garnished with additional green onions and perilla leaves, if desired. It’s typically served with a side of rice and other side dishes, such as kimchi or pickled vegetables.

A Hit For Sure

I think you will really enjoy this seolleongtang recipe because it is easy to follow, uses simple and readily available ingredients, and produces a rich and flavorful broth. It has a comforting and satisfying taste that is perfect for those hearty cravings, and the tender beef chunks add a nice depth of flavor to the soup. In addition to being delicious, seolleongtang is also believed to have a number of health benefits, as the collagen in the broth is believed to be beneficial for skin and joint health. Whether you’re looking for a comforting and satisfying soup or simply want to enjoy a tasty and traditional Korean dish, this seolleongtang recipe is sure to be a hit.