Kkori Gomtang - Korean Beef Bone Soup

Ingredients

• 2.5 pounds (1.1 kg) beef bones 2.5 pounds (1.1 kg) beef bones
• 10 cups (2.4 liters) water 10 cups (2.4 liters) water
• 1 onion, quartered 1 onion, quartered
• 4 garlic cloves, minced 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1-inch (2.5 cm) piece of ginger, sliced 1-inch (2.5 cm) piece of ginger, sliced
• 2 green onions, chopped 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Cooked rice, for serving Cooked rice, for serving
• Additional green onions, for garnish Additional green onions, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 5g, 2g
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot, add the beef bones and cover with water. Bring to a boil and let it cook for 5 minutes. Drain the bones and rinse them under cold water to remove any impurities.
2. 2.
   Return the bones to the pot and add 10 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 4-6 hours, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface.
3. 3.
   Add the onion, garlic, ginger, and green onions to the pot. Continue simmering for another 2 hours.
4. 4.
   Remove the bones and strain the broth into a clean pot. Discard the solids.
5. 5.
   Return the broth to the stove and add soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
6. 6.
   Serve the Kkori Gomtang hot with cooked rice. Garnish with additional chopped green onions.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef bones — Choose bones with some meat attached, such as beef shank bones, for a richer flavor.
• Ginger — Use fresh ginger for the best taste. Peel the ginger before slicing.
• Green onions — Reserve some green onion tops for garnish.

Tips & Tricks

• Skim off any foam that rises to the surface during simmering to achieve a clear broth.
• For a richer flavor, roast the beef bones in the oven before simmering.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences by adding more salt or soy sauce.

Serving advice

Serve the Kkori Gomtang hot with a bowl of cooked rice on the side. Offer condiments such as salt, pepper, and additional green onions for guests to season their soup according to their taste.

Presentation advice

Present the Kkori Gomtang in individual bowls, garnished with chopped green onions on top. Serve with a side of cooked rice and condiments on the side.