Authentic Tteokguk Recipe: Korean Rice Cake Soup

Tteokguk is a traditional Korean soup that is commonly enjoyed on New Year's Day. This delicious dish features oval-shaped rice cakes simmered in a flavorful beef broth. Topped with sliced beef, egg garnish, and various seasonings, Tteokguk is a hearty and comforting soup that is perfect for any occasion. This recipe will guide you through the step-by-step process of making authentic Tteokguk at home.

Ingredients

• 1 pound oval-shaped rice cakes (tteok)
• 8 cups beef broth
• 8 ounces beef brisket, thinly sliced
• 3 eggs
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• Salt, to taste

Directions

1. Soak the rice cakes in cold water for 30 minutes to soften them.
2. In a large pot, bring the beef broth to a boil over medium heat.
3. Add the sliced beef brisket to the boiling broth and cook for 3-4 minutes until it is no longer pink.
4. Drain the soaked rice cakes and add them to the pot.
5. Simmer the soup for 15-20 minutes until the rice cakes are tender.
6. In a small bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt.
7. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and pour in the beaten eggs to make a thin omelet.
8. Remove the cooked omelet from the pan and roll it up. Slice it into thin strips.
9. Add the sliced green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, and black pepper to the soup. Stir well.
10. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt if needed.
11. Serve the Tteokguk hot, garnished with the sliced omelet strips and additional green onions if desired.

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