Gul Naengguk

Gul Naengguk is a refreshing Korean seafood dish featuring chilled oysters in a savory broth, perfect for hot summer days. This low-carb recipe is light yet packed with flavor, making it a healthy choice for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

• Fresh oysters - 200 grams
• Dashi stock - 500 ml
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Green onions - 1 stalk, chopped
• Chili pepper - 1, sliced (optional)
• Salt - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Ice cubes - as needed

Steps

1. Start by shucking the fresh oysters and rinsing them gently under cold water. Set aside.
2. In a pot, bring the dashi stock to a simmer over medium heat.
3. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and salt to the dashi stock. Stir well and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Remove the broth from heat and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, add lemon juice and mix.
5. In serving bowls, place a handful of ice cubes to chill the broth further.
6. Divide the shucked oysters evenly between the bowls and pour the chilled broth over the oysters.
7. Garnish with chopped green onions and sliced chili pepper if desired.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Gul Naengguk!

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids which are beneficial for heart health.
• High in protein while being low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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