Saeu Gukbap

Saeu Gukbap is a comforting Korean seafood soup made with fresh shrimp and rice, offering a delightful umami flavor and a hearty texture. This dish is perfect for seafood lovers looking for a nutritious and protein-rich meal.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 200 grams
• Cooked jasmine rice - 1 cup (200 grams)
• Korean radish (mu), diced - 100 grams
• Green onion, chopped - 2 stalks
• Garlic, minced - 3 cloves
• Ginger, minced - 1 teaspoon
• Korean chili flakes (gochugaru) - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 4 cups (1 liter)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lime wedges - for serving

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add garlic, ginger, and Korean radish, sautéing for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
2. Add water to the pot and bring to a boil.
3. Once boiling, add shrimp, soy sauce, and gochugaru. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
4. Stir in the cooked jasmine rice and let it simmer for another 5 minutes to combine the flavors.
5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 230 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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