Tteokguk

Warm your soul with a comforting bowl of Tteokguk, a traditional Korean soup brimming with tender beef brisket, chewy rice cakes, and vibrant green onions. Ideal for New Year's celebrations or any cozy weeknight dinner.

• 8 cups water
• 200 grams beef brisket
• 2 cups tteok (rice cakes)
• 4 stalks green onion
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 egg egg
• salt to taste salt

Method

1. 1

   In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil.

2. 2

   Add the sliced beef brisket to the boiling water and simmer for about 20 minutes until tender.

3. 3

   Add the tteok (rice cakes) to the pot and cook for another 5-7 minutes until they are soft.

4. 4

   Stir in the chopped green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, and salt to taste.

5. 5

   In a separate pan, scramble the beaten egg and then cut it into thin strips for garnish.

6. 6

   Ladle the soup into bowls and top with the scrambled egg strips.

7. 7

   Serve hot, enjoying the warm flavors and comforting texture of Tteokguk.