Bupyeon-Guk (Korean Rice Cake Soup) Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb. sliced rice cakes
- 6 cups of water
- 1/2 lb. beef brisket, sliced thinly
- 1/2 onion, sliced thinly
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 1 tbsp. soy sauce
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 green onions, sliced thinly
- 1 tbsp. sesame oil

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large pot, bring 6 cups of water to a boil.
2. Add sliced beef brisket, onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, and soy sauce to the pot.
3. Reduce heat to medium and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
4. Add sliced rice cakes to the pot and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
5. In a small bowl, beat 2 eggs and pour it into the pot while stirring.
6. Add sliced green onions and sesame oil to the pot.
7. Serve hot.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Protein: 19g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Beef brisket can be substituted with chicken or pork.
- Sliced rice cakes can be substituted with dumplings or noodles.

Variations:
- Add vegetables such as carrots, mushrooms, or spinach for added nutrition.
- Use vegetable broth instead of water for a vegetarian version.

Tips and tricks:
- To prevent the rice cakes from sticking together, rinse them in cold water before adding them to the pot.
- If the soup is too thick, add more water to thin it out.
- Adjust the amount of salt and soy sauce according to your taste preference.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the soup in a pot over medium heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the soup in individual bowls with a sprinkle of sliced green onions on top.

Garnishes:
- Sliced green onions or chopped cilantro.

Pairings:
- Serve with steamed rice and kimchi for a complete meal.

Suggested side dishes:
- Korean-style fried chicken or vegetable pancakes.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too salty, add more water to dilute it.
- If the rice cakes are too hard, cook them for a longer period of time.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the beef brisket thoroughly to prevent any foodborne illnesses.

Food history:
- Bupyeon-Guk is a traditional Korean soup that is commonly eaten during the Lunar New Year.

Flavor profiles:
- Savory, slightly sweet, and comforting.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot as a main dish for lunch or dinner.

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Region: Korean

Taste: Savory, Umami, Spicy, Tangy, Sweet