Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 lbs of fresh clams
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1/2 cup of Korean radish, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup of hot pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon of hot pepper paste
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of fish sauce
- 6 cups of water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Ladle
- Serving bowls
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the clams in cold water and scrub them to remove any dirt or sand.
2. In a large pot, add the water, onion, Korean radish, and garlic. Bring to a boil and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Add the hot pepper flakes, hot pepper paste, soy sauce, and fish sauce. Stir well.
4. Add the clams to the pot and let it cook for 5-7 minutes or until the clams open up.
5. Add salt and pepper to taste.
6. Garnish with chopped green onions.
7. Serve hot in individual bowls.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Medium-high heat
Serving size:
4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 150
Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 20g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Korean radish can be substituted with daikon radish.
- Hot pepper flakes can be substituted with red pepper flakes.
- Fish sauce can be substituted with soy sauce.
Variations:
- Add tofu or mushrooms for a vegetarian version.
- Use shrimp instead of clams for a seafood variation.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to discard any clams that do not open up during cooking.
- Adjust the amount of hot pepper flakes and hot pepper paste to your desired level of spiciness.
- Serve with steamed rice.
Storage instructions:
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat in a pot over medium heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve in individual bowls with a garnish of chopped green onions.
Garnishes:
Chopped green onions
Pairings:
Steamed rice, kimchi, and banchan (Korean side dishes)
Suggested side dishes:
Kimchi, pickled vegetables, and steamed rice
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too spicy, add more water or reduce the amount of hot pepper flakes and hot pepper paste.
- If the clams do not open up during cooking, discard them.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to rinse the clams thoroughly before cooking.
- Discard any clams that do not open up during cooking.
Food history:
Clam Maeuntang is a popular Korean seafood soup that is typically served as a main course.
Flavor profiles:
Spicy, savory, and briny
Serving suggestions:
Serve hot in individual bowls with steamed rice and banchan.
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Region: Korean