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Sungŏ-kuk Guksu (Noodle Soup) Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 6 cups of water
- 1 lb of beef brisket, sliced thinly
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp of soy sauce
- 1 tbsp of sesame oil
- 1 tsp of salt
- 1 tsp of black pepper
- 8 oz of dried somen noodles
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp of toasted sesame seeds

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Colander
- Soup ladle

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large pot, add 6 cups of water and bring it to a boil.
2. Add sliced beef brisket, onion, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
3. Reduce heat to medium and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
4. While the soup is simmering, cook the somen noodles according to the package instructions.
5. Once the soup is done simmering, remove the beef brisket and onion from the pot using a colander.
6. Add the cooked somen noodles to the pot and let it cook for 2-3 minutes.
7. Divide the noodles into serving bowls and ladle the soup over the noodles.
8. Top each bowl with sliced beef brisket, onion, chopped green onions, and toasted sesame seeds.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
4 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 385
Total fat: 11g
Saturated fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 70mg
Sodium: 1010mg
Total carbohydrates: 40g
Dietary fiber: 2g
Sugar: 2g
Protein: 31g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Beef brisket can be substituted with beef chuck or sirloin.
- Somen noodles can be substituted with udon noodles or rice noodles.
- Green onions can be substituted with chives or scallions.

Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms to the soup for an earthy flavor.
- Use chicken instead of beef for a lighter soup.
- Add a beaten egg to the soup for a richer flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- To make the beef brisket easier to slice, freeze it for 30 minutes before slicing.
- Make sure to rinse the somen noodles in cold water after cooking to prevent them from sticking together.
- Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Storage instructions:
Store leftover soup and noodles separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the soup in a pot over medium heat until heated through. Reheat the noodles in boiling water for 1-2 minutes.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the soup in a large bowl and garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Garnishes:
Chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Pairings:
Serve with a side of kimchi and steamed rice.

Suggested side dishes:
Kimchi and steamed rice.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too salty, add more water to dilute it.
- If the noodles are too sticky, rinse them in cold water to separate them.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the beef brisket to an internal temperature of 145°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
Sungŏ-kuk Guksu is a traditional Korean noodle soup that originated in the city of Sungŏ. It is typically made with beef brisket and somen noodles.

Flavor profiles:
Sungŏ-kuk Guksu is a savory and slightly sweet soup with a rich beef flavor. The somen noodles add a light and refreshing texture to the soup.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the soup hot with a side of kimchi and steamed rice.

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Region: Korean

Taste: Savory, Umami, Salty, Nutty, Spicy