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Maeuntang
Maeuntang
Maeuntang is a delicious Korean fish stew known for its spicy and savory flavors. It typically consists of various types of fish, such as cod or mackerel, along with an assortment of vegetables and seasonings. The broth is usually seasoned with gochujang (Korean chili paste) to give it that spicy taste.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound fish fillets (such as cod, mackerel, or snapper)
- 4 cups water
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1 onion sliced
- 1 zucchini sliced
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup cabbage sliced
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 4 green onions chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame oil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the fish fillets and cook for about 5 minutes until they are cooked through. Remove the fish from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Stir well to combine and let the flavors meld for a minute or two.
- Add the sliced onions, zucchini, mushrooms, cabbage, and bean sprouts to the pot. Stir to coat the vegetables with the sauce.
- Pour in the water used to cook the fish and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
- While the stew is simmering, flake the cooked fish into smaller pieces using a fork.
- Add the fish and chopped green onions to the pot, and simmer for another 5 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the maeuntang hot in bowls, drizzling each serving with a little sesame oil for extra flavor.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 169kcal (8%)Carbohydrates: 12g (4%)Protein: 27g (54%)Fat: 3g (5%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 57mg (19%)Sodium: 621mg (27%)Potassium: 777mg (22%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 5g (6%)Vitamin A: 842IU (17%)Vitamin C: 25mg (30%)Calcium: 65mg (7%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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