Seaweed Soup

Name: Seaweed Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 0.5 oz dried brown seaweed, chopped; 0.5 lb beef flank steak, thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil; 2 tbsp soup soy sauce; 6 cups water; 1/2 tsp fine sea salt

A comforting soup made with tender seaweed and sliced beef simmered in a savory broth. It is light, deeply flavorful, and traditionally served to nourish and restore.

45 minEasyServes 4160 cal/serving

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Ingredients

0.5 oz dried brown seaweed, chopped
0.5 lb beef flank steak, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
2 tbsp soup soy sauce
6 cups water
1/2 tsp fine sea salt

Instructions

1

Soak 0.5 oz chopped dried brown seaweed in cold water for 15 minutes until softened, then drain well.
2

Heat 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil in a medium pot over medium heat.
3

Add 0.5 lb thinly sliced beef flank steak and 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 3 minutes until beef reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
4

Stir in 0.5 oz chopped dried brown seaweed and 2 tbsp soup soy sauce, sautéing for 3 minutes.
5

Pour in 6 cups water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 20 minutes.
6

Season with 1/2 tsp fine sea salt and serve hot.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Seaweed Soup reach?

For Seaweed Soup, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 3. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I use another cut instead of flank steak in Seaweed Soup?

Flank, skirt, hanger and flat iron swap freely at the same weight. Slice whichever you use across the grain, or it eats tough. As written, the entry for Seaweed Soup uses 0.5 lb beef flank steak, thinly sliced.

Is Seaweed Soup low-carb?

A serving of Seaweed Soup carries 5 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 25 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 5 percent.

Does Seaweed Soup contain sesame?

Yes: 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, soy and sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How long does Seaweed Soup keep?

Refrigerate Seaweed Soup for up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

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