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Mattang (Korean breakfast beef broth)

A clear beef and vegetable broth served with rice and condiments, traditionally eaten for breakfast or as a simple meal. It is light and very fragrant, seasoned with soy sauce and spring onions.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Garniture

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Put the meat in a pan of cold water. Bring to the boil and skim for 5 minutes, then discard the water.
  2. Return the meat to 1.5 L of fresh water with the onion, garlic and ginger. Let it simmer for 30 minutes.
  3. Add the radish cut into thick rounds and cook for another 15 minutes.
  4. Remove the meat, cut it into thin slices and keep the broth.
  5. Add the soy sauce and fish sauce to the broth and adjust the seasoning.
  6. In bowls, place the rice, the meat and a ladle of hot broth.
  7. Top with sliced spring onions and chilli, with a raw or poached egg if you like.

Variations and tips

Quick version. Use minced meat and a ready-made beef stock for a 15-minute cooking time.

More ideas

Original Ecomely recipe.