Korean Beef Soup

Korean Beef Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish, perfect for a low-carb breakfast that warms the soul. This nourishing soup features tender beef simmered in a savory broth, enriched with fresh vegetables and aromatic spices.

Ingredients

• Beef brisket - 200 grams, thinly sliced
• Beef bone broth - 500 milliliters
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Zucchini - 100 grams, sliced
• Mushrooms (shiitake or button) - 100 grams, sliced
• Spinach - 50 grams, fresh
• Black pepper - to taste
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. In a pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
2. Add the sliced beef brisket to the pot and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Pour in the beef bone broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
4. Stir in the soy sauce, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
5. Add the zucchini and mushrooms to the pot, simmering for an additional 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
6. Finally, add the fresh spinach and chopped green onions, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
7. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein which helps in muscle repair and growth.
• Contains vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, aiding in overall health.

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