Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup chopped scallions
- 24-30 mandu (Korean dumplings)
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 pound sliced rice cakes
- 2 cups chopped spinach
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Mixing bowl
- Ladle
- Cutting board
- Knife
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground pork, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, salt, black pepper, egg, and chopped scallions. Mix well.
2. Take a mandu wrapper and place a tablespoon of the pork mixture in the center. Fold the wrapper in half and seal the edges by pressing them together. Repeat with the remaining wrappers.
3. In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add fish sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
4. Add the mandu to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
5. Add the sliced rice cakes and chopped spinach to the pot. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the rice cakes are tender.
6. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with sliced hard-boiled eggs and chopped scallions.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 6 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 27g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground pork can be substituted with ground beef or ground chicken.
- Chicken broth can be substituted with vegetable broth.
- Rice cakes can be substituted with udon noodles.
Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms to the soup.
- Use shrimp or tofu instead of ground pork for a vegetarian option.
- Add gochujang (Korean chili paste) for a spicy kick.
Tips and tricks:
- To prevent the mandu from sticking together, place them on a lightly floured surface.
- To make the soup more flavorful, use homemade chicken broth instead of store-bought.
- If the soup is too thick, add more chicken broth or water.
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 spoon and chopsticks.
Garnishes:
- Chopped scallions and sliced hard-boiled eggs.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of kimchi and steamed rice.
Suggested side dishes:
- Kimchi
- Steamed rice
- Pickled vegetables
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too salty, add more water or chicken broth to dilute it.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the ground pork is cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
- Manduguk is a traditional Korean soup made with dumplings and rice cakes. It is often eaten on Lunar New Year's Day.
Flavor profiles:
- Savory, umami, and slightly sweet.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot as a main dish for lunch or dinner.
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Region: Korean