Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 pounds of fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon of gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
- 1 tablespoon of gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 4 cups of water
- 1 cup of Korean radish, sliced
- 1 cup of zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup of green onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot or Dutch oven
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
2. Add the gochugaru and gochujang and stir for a minute.
3. Add the water, soy sauce, fish sauce, and sesame oil. Bring to a boil.
4. Add the mussels, Korean radish, and zucchini. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the mussels are fully cooked.
5. Add the green onion and season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve hot with rice.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium-high heat for sautéing and boiling
- Medium-low heat for simmering
Serving size:
- 4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 29g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Mussels can be substituted with other seafood such as shrimp or clams.
- Korean radish can be substituted with daikon radish or regular radish.
- Zucchini can be substituted with other vegetables such as mushrooms or carrots.
Variations:
- Add other seafood such as shrimp or clams.
- Add tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Use chicken or beef broth instead of water for a richer flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to clean and debeard the mussels before cooking.
- Adjust the amount of gochugaru and gochujang to your desired level of spiciness.
- Serve with rice and banchan (Korean side dishes) for a complete meal.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in a pot over medium-low heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a large pot or individual bowls.
- Garnish with chopped green onion or cilantro.
Garnishes:
- Chopped green onion or cilantro.
Pairings:
- Serve with rice and banchan (Korean side dishes).
- Pair with a light beer or white wine.
Suggested side dishes:
- Kimchi
- Steamed vegetables
- Pickled vegetables
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the stew is too spicy, add more water or broth to dilute the spiciness.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to clean and debeard the mussels before cooking.
- Discard any mussels that do not open during cooking.
Food history:
- Golbangeo Maeuntang is a popular Korean seafood stew that originated from the southern coastal regions of Korea.
Flavor profiles:
- Spicy, savory, umami
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot with rice and banchan (Korean side dishes).
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Region: Korean