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Freshwater Snail Soup
Olgaengi-guk is a rustic Korean freshwater snail soup with soybean paste and greens, known for earthy depth and gentle umami.
Prep 30minCook 35min4 servings
olgaengi-gukfreshwater snail soupkorean country soupsoybean paste soupmallow soupregional korean food
Instructions
- 1
Trim tough stems from mallow leaves, then wash well.
- 2
Boil water and dissolve soybean paste through a strainer into the pot.
- 3
Add mallow leaves and simmer for 8 minutes to build flavor.
- 4
Add snail meat and garlic, then simmer 7 more minutes.
- 5
Finish with perilla powder and sliced green onion, then bring to a brief boil.
Tips
Start with less soybean paste and adjust seasoning at the end.
Add perilla powder near the end for fresher nutty aroma.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
165
kcal
Protein
15
g
Carbs
8
g
Fat
8
g
Adjust Servings
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