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Beef Rib Soup

A streamlined Korean beef rib soup with tender meat, aromatic broth, and soft rice cakes. Soy, sesame, and ginger build depth in under 20 minutes.

Total time
22 min
Servings
2
Calories
385
Protein
32g
Beef Rib Soup
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Bring water or broth to a boil in a medium pot over high heat.

  2. Step 2

    Add beef short ribs and ginger slices, then return to a boil. Skim foam from the surface.

  3. Step 3

    Reduce heat to medium and simmer until beef is tender, about 12 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Add rice cakes and soy sauce. Simmer until cakes are soft and cooked through, 3–4 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Stir in sesame oil and green onions. Taste and adjust soy sauce if needed.

  6. Step 6

    Ladle into bowls. Serve hot with extra green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • medium pot (4-quart)
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • ladle
  • wooden spoon

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